Full Speed
Full Speed

Full Speed

1996Movie85 minFrench

A brief extract of four kids' lives somewhere in France. Quentin, who won a writers contest and now pays more attention to his career as an author than to his friends, beautiful Julie, his girl-friend, much more mature than she looks, falling in love with Quentin's very best friend Jimmy, who is kind of stuck in his unability of self-expression and grown up under bad social circumstances. And there is the shy boy Samir, exiled from Algeria, who lost his "brother" and only friend some time ago. Samir heavily falls in love with Quentin, but he can't handle it...

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Monika VargaGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this gritty crime thriller, a former cop is pulled back into the dangerous underworld when his estranged daughter gets involved with a ruthless drug cartel. He must navigate a treacherous path of betrayal and violence to save her, confronting his own demons and the corrupt forces that surround them. The film explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the devastating consequences of a life consumed by crime.

Critical Reception

Full Speed (1996) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the film's attempt at a hard-boiled crime narrative and the presence of known actors, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film struggled to stand out in a crowded genre, often criticized for its pacing and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot and a lack of originality.
  • Performances are uneven, with some actors failing to elevate the material.
  • Pacing issues and a predictable narrative detract from any potential tension.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Full Speed' are generally scarce and lean towards disappointment, with many viewers finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre. Common criticisms include a convoluted plot and a lack of engaging character development, leading to a generally underwhelming viewing experience.

Fun Fact

Despite featuring actors like Michael Madsen and Gary Busey, the film had a very limited theatrical release and is primarily known in direct-to-video circles.

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