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2012
Movie
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French

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users49%
Director: Stefan RuzowitzkyGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Siblings Addison and Liza are on the run after a botched casino heist, leaving behind their parents' bodies. They split up, with Addison heading towards the Canadian border and Liza aiming for freedom in Detroit. Complications arise when Liza meets ex-NASCAR driver Jay, who is on his way to reunite with his family, unaware of the dangerous secrets Addison and Liza carry.

Critical Reception

Deadfall received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised the stylish visuals and the performances of its lead actors, many found the plot convoluted and predictable, with a lack of originality in its crime thriller elements. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be a generic entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a stylish but ultimately unremarkable crime thriller with a convoluted plot.

  • Performances from the lead cast are generally seen as a strong point, but can't quite elevate the material.

  • Many critics found the narrative predictable and lacking in genuine tension or originality.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Deadfall' to be an average thriller, with some appreciating the action sequences and the actors. However, many felt the story was uninspired and failed to leave a lasting impression, leading to a middling overall score.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a remake of the 1993 film of the same name, but evolved into a new story.

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