24 Hours
24 Hours

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24 Hours

1983
Movie
36 min
English

A young Israeli arrives in New York City but the person with whom he was meant to stay goes AWOL. The Israeli befriends a young, American singer and returns her wallet which she had stolen from her on the subway, they hang out and get to know each other in the course of 24 hours. New York City serves as the setting and backdrop to their flash in the pan romance. This was Aner Preminger’s thesis film shot during his film studies at NYU before graduating.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Google Users68%
Director: Tony ScottGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disgraced former detective, haunted by a past mistake, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when his estranged daughter goes missing. He must navigate a dangerous landscape of ruthless gangsters and corrupt officials, racing against time to find her before it's too late. His investigation uncovers a conspiracy far deeper than he imagined.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews upon its release. Critics were divided on its gritty atmosphere and violent content, with some praising its stylistic direction and performances, while others found its plot convoluted and bleak. Audiences were similarly split, contributing to its moderate box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and intense atmosphere.

  • Criticized for its bleak tone and sometimes confusing narrative.

  • Mickey Rourke's performance was noted as a standout element.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's dark and gritty aesthetic and the compelling performances, particularly from Mickey Rourke. Some viewers found the plot to be overly dark and violent, while others enjoyed the suspenseful thriller elements.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for director Tony Scott to explore a more grounded, gritty crime drama, deviating from his earlier, more visually experimental works.

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