Protein
Protein

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Protein

2014
Movie
16 min
English

A traumatised ex-squaddie cannot afford the diet and protein he needs to lift his target weight, so decides to kill and eat someone who can.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Director: Richard SmithGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling academic finds himself drawn into a dangerous world when he begins to research a series of unsolved disappearances linked to an underground organ harvesting ring. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens his own life and the lives of those close to him. The investigation becomes increasingly perilous, blurring the lines between his research and his reality.

Critical Reception

Protein received mixed to positive reviews, with critics generally praising its tense atmosphere and performances, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences were often divided, with some appreciating its gritty realism and others finding it overly bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and the unsettling depiction of its dark subject matter.

  • Some critics noted that the film struggled to fully realize its ambitious premise, with a few plot points feeling underdeveloped.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were often highlighted as a strong element of the film.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, making a general summary difficult. Those available indicate a polarized reception, with some finding the film gripping and others too disturbing.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around London, with much of the urban decay and gritty atmosphere being a deliberate choice to enhance the thriller elements.

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