Get Carter
Get Carter

Get Carter

2000Movie102 minEnglish

Jack Carter, a mob enforcer living in Las Vegas, travels back to his hometown of Seattle for his brother's funeral. During this visit, Carter realizes that the death of his brother was not accidental, but a murder. With this knowledge, Carter sets out to kill all those responsible.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes12%
Metacritic30/100
Google Users59%
Director: Stephen KayGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A hardened mob enforcer, John Carter, travels to his hometown of Seattle after hearing about the death of his brother. As he begins to investigate the circumstances surrounding his brother's demise, Carter uncovers a complex web of deceit and betrayal involving a powerful crime syndicate. His quest for answers quickly escalates into a violent spree of revenge as he systematically eliminates those responsible.

Critical Reception

The 2000 remake of 'Get Carter' was largely met with negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, struggling to capture the gritty essence of its acclaimed 1971 predecessor. While Sylvester Stallone's performance was noted, the film was often criticized for its gratuitous violence, convoluted plot, and lack of emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for excessive and unmotivated violence.
  • Found to be a pale imitation of the original, lacking its sophistication and impact.
  • Sylvester Stallone's performance was deemed a weak point by many reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some appreciated the action sequences and Sylvester Stallone's tough-guy persona, many found the film to be overly violent, lacking a compelling story, and a disappointing remake of the classic film.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Mickey Rourke, who plays the villainous villain in the film, was originally considered for the lead role of Carter before Sylvester Stallone was cast.

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