Precinct 17
Precinct 17

Movie spotlight

Precinct 17

2019
Movie
6 min
German

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Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: David AyerGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the gritty, neon-drenched streets of a near-future metropolis, a hardened detective leads a diverse precinct tasked with combating a rising tide of cybernetic crime and corporate espionage. When a series of seemingly unrelated high-tech heists escalates into a city-wide conspiracy, he must rely on his unorthodox team to uncover the truth before the city succumbs to chaos. The investigation forces him to confront his own past and the blurred lines between humanity and technology.

Critical Reception

Precinct 17 garnered a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its ambitious world-building, intense action sequences, and strong lead performance, some reviewers found the plot convoluted and the thematic elements underdeveloped. Audience reception was generally more favorable, appreciating its gritty tone and spectacle.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish visuals and thrilling action set pieces.

  • Criticized for a complex narrative that sometimes sacrifices clarity.

  • The lead performance is a standout, anchoring the film's darker themes.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's engaging action, dystopian setting, and the charismatic lead. However, some found the story occasionally difficult to follow and wished for more character development beyond the protagonist.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Sound Editing at the Academy Awards. Won Best Action Film at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, rain-slicked cyberpunk aesthetic of the city was achieved through a combination of practical set design and cutting-edge digital effects, with over 80% of the cityscape being digitally rendered.

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