End of the Night
End of the Night

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End of the Night

2011
Movie
79 min
Japanese

Akira was raised in an assassin family. Everything seemed fine until he met a girl he once saw killed 10 years ago.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Jan KounenGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Parisian drug dealer attempts to go straight and start a legitimate business, but finds himself drawn back into his old life when his past threatens to destroy his future. He must confront dangerous figures from his former world while trying to protect his family and salvage his new life.

Critical Reception

End of the Night received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its tense atmosphere and performances, while others found its plot predictable and underdeveloped. The film explores themes of redemption and the difficulty of escaping one's past.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic narrative and underdeveloped supporting characters.

  • Seen as a solid, if unremarkable, entry in the crime thriller genre.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google reviews, but general sentiment suggests it's a decent thriller that doesn't break new ground.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of former drug traffickers who attempted to transition into legitimate careers.

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