Riding Shotgun
Riding Shotgun

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Riding Shotgun

Movie
117 min
English

A lonely man is taken hostage by an exotic dancer and her two friends, who plan to use him as their fall guy after stealing drugs from their sadistic boss.

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IMDb3.3/10
Director: Blaine Kern IIIGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In this action-comedy, a young man named Jake finds himself on the run after his girlfriend's father, a notorious mobster, is murdered. Jake is framed for the crime and must use his wits and street smarts to evade both the police and the mob's retribution. Along the way, he grapples with his conscience and the realization that he might be in over his head.

Critical Reception

Riding Shotgun received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired action sequences. Audiences also expressed disappointment, with many finding the film to be a generic crime thriller that failed to offer anything new to the genre. It is generally considered a low-budget, direct-to-video release with minimal impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a generic plot and uninspired action.

  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the material.

  • Lacks originality and fails to stand out in the crime-thriller genre.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a general consensus that the film is a forgettable B-movie with little to offer. Common criticisms include poor acting, a weak script, and unconvincing action.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, California, utilizing various urban and suburban locations to create the backdrop for its crime narrative.

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