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Sleepless night
Julien meets his girlfriend Marie's siblings for the first time during a weekend at their country house. While everyone welcomes him warmly, one of the brothers seems more resistant, for no apparent reason. Suddenly, after dinner, fueled by alcohol and a refused cigarette, one physically attacks the other.
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Plot Summary
A corrupt police officer, Vincent, gets entangled in a dangerous plot when his son is kidnapped. To save his child, he must retrieve a package of drugs from a nightclub within a single night, navigating treacherous alliances and betrayals. As the clock ticks down, Vincent finds himself in a desperate fight for survival against both criminals and his own colleagues.
Critical Reception
Sleepless Night received generally positive reviews, particularly for its relentless pacing, intense action sequences, and stylish direction. Critics praised its claustrophobic atmosphere and Tomer Sisley's performance as a man pushed to his limits. Some found the plot a bit convoluted, but the overall consensus was that it's a thrilling and efficient crime-action film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced, non-stop action and tension.
Commended for its stylish direction and gritty atmosphere.
Noted for a somewhat predictable yet engaging plot.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this specific film.
Fun Fact
The film was remade in Hollywood in 2017 as 'Sleepless', starring Jamie Foxx.
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