The Runaways
The Runaways

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The Runaways

2021
Movie
10 min
English

A coming of age tale that focuses on three skaters as they struggle through the hardships of their high school years.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users64%
Director: Ferdinando Cito FilomarinoGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A skilled thief is targeted by the ruthless leader of a powerful crime family after a heist goes disastrously wrong. Forced to go on the run with her lover, she must use all her cunning and combat skills to survive and protect him from the relentless pursuit. Their journey leads them across Europe as they try to stay one step ahead of their pursuers and uncover the truth behind the betrayal.

Critical Reception

The Runaways received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its stylish action sequences and competent performances, while others found the plot to be predictable and lacking in originality. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the thriller elements but wishing for more depth in the characters and narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action and visual flair.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.

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

Google audience: Google users generally found 'The Runaways' to be an entertaining action flick with some good chase scenes and a solid lead performance. However, many felt the story was somewhat generic and predictable, not offering anything particularly new to the genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location across various European cities, including Rome and Berlin, to give it an authentic, globe-trotting feel.

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