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Shift
SHIFT tells the story of the volatile relationship between Melanie, a waitress in an airport coffee shop, and Louis, a telemarketing prison inmate in a new prison labor program. Stars Chris Meloni (Oz, Law and Order: Special Victims Unit), Alethea Allen and Eric Thal (A Stranger Among Us, The Wedding). Funded by the Independent Television Service for public television.
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Plot Summary
A man struggling with drug addiction tries to reconnect with his estranged son. The film follows his journey through rehab and his attempts to rebuild his life and relationships.
Critical Reception
Shift received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its raw portrayal of addiction and the performances of its lead actors. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers a compelling, albeit somber, look into the struggles of addiction.
Performances are generally strong, particularly from the lead.
The story's path, while emotional, adheres to familiar dramatic beats.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, which director Christopher No reportedly used to his advantage to create a more intimate and grounded portrayal of the subject matter.
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