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The Damned Don't Cry
Fatima-Zahra and her teenage son Selim move from place to place, forever trying to outrun the latest scandal she’s caught up in. When Selim discovers the truth about their past, Fatima-Zahra vows to make a fresh start. In Tangier, new opportunities promise the legitimacy they each crave but not without pushing the volatile mother-son relationship to the breaking point.
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Plot Summary
In the gritty underworld of international crime, a seasoned assassin finds herself in a race against time to protect a young woman who possesses a dangerous secret. As loyalties are tested and alliances shift, she must confront her past and make impossible choices to survive a brutal conflict.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its action sequences and lead performance, though some noted predictable plot elements. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its fast-paced nature and crime-thriller elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense action and fight choreography.
Daniele Galligan's performance as the lead assassin was frequently highlighted.
Some found the plot to be somewhat formulaic within the crime thriller genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews were largely positive, with many appreciating the film's straightforward action and suspenseful moments, though detailed commentary is scarce.
Fun Fact
Director Paul Tanter is known for his work in the British crime and thriller genre, often producing films with a gritty, independent feel.
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