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Throwaway
Abby is new to Los Angeles. She takes a job working the graveyard shift at a home security company as an operator. With such a tough schedule, she spends her days like a vampire, sleeping while the sun is up. This rotation gets disturbed, however, when Abby is repeatedly awoken each day by the sounds of a Bum rummaging through her apartment's dumpster (which rests directly outside her bedroom window). When Abby decides she's had enough, she confronts the Bum in the hopes of negotiating for some daily solace. Only the Bum has other plans for Abby that have nothing to do with a little spare change.
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Plot Summary
After his partner is murdered, a hardened detective goes undercover to infiltrate a ruthless crime syndicate. He must navigate the dangerous underworld, facing betrayal and violence at every turn as he seeks justice for his fallen comrade. The investigation forces him to confront his own demons and question the lines between right and wrong.
Critical Reception
Throwaway received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the gritty atmosphere and action sequences, the film was largely seen as a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a gritty crime drama but falls short due to a predictable storyline.
Action sequences are present but fail to elevate the overall narrative.
Performances are serviceable, but none leave a lasting impression.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Throwaway' are scarce, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes. Those available generally reflect the critical sentiment of a film that did not resonate widely.
Fun Fact
Director and star Donnie Dixon reportedly based elements of the film on his own experiences and observations within law enforcement and the criminal justice system.
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