Universal Distraction
Universal Distraction

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Universal Distraction

2023
Movie
127 min
Portuguese

In an adventure, Vector Tanner wants to change his life, so he performs a risky ritual, and everything starts to go wrong.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Miles DoleacGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A desperate ex-convict attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter by taking on a perilous job. He soon finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal when the operation goes awry, forcing him to confront dangerous adversaries and his own troubled past. As the stakes escalate, he must race against time to uncover the truth and protect the only family he has left.

Critical Reception

Universal Distraction received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and suspenseful plot, while some found the narrative occasionally convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to its gritty portrayal of crime and redemption.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and compelling performances.

  • The film's intricate plot was seen as both a strength and a weakness by reviewers.

  • Noted for its effective blend of thriller and crime elements.

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Fun Fact

Director Miles Doleac also stars in the film and wrote the screenplay.

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