Full Speed
Full Speed

Movie spotlight

Full Speed

2015
Movie
5 min
Finnish

A crime occurs in the construction area but revenge is inevitable.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jean-François RichetGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In the gritty underworld of Paris, Frank Adrien, a decorated police officer, finds himself framed for a crime he didn't commit. Forced to go on the run, he must navigate a treacherous landscape of corrupt colleagues and dangerous criminals to clear his name and uncover the conspiracy that threatens to destroy him. His desperate fight for survival takes him through the city's dark alleys and hidden secrets.

Critical Reception

Full Speed (also known as 'Le trafiquant' or 'The Transporter Legacy' in some markets, though this is a different film from the Transporter franchise) received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its attempts at a gritty, fast-paced action thriller, many found the plot convoluted and the action sequences uninspired. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the intensity and Cassel's performance, while others criticized its lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak and predictable plot.

  • Action sequences are often formulaic and lack genuine excitement.

  • Vincent Cassel delivers a committed performance but cannot salvage the film.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Full Speed is scarce, but available comments suggest a general disappointment with the film's narrative and pacing, with some viewers finding it a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a remake of the 1977 film 'Le Casse' (The Burglars) but the script was heavily rewritten, leading to a substantially different story.

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