Clean

A garbage man with a violent past tries to protect a troubled teenager from the neighborhood criminals who are exploiting her. Michael has been living a quiet life as a garbage man, haunted by the ghosts of his past and the loss of his wife. When he encounters a young girl, Emily, being abused by her stepfather and his dangerous associates, Michael finds himself drawn into a dangerous situation.

Clean received mixed reviews from critics. While Adrien Brody's performance and the film's gritty atmosphere were often praised, some critics found the plot predictable and the violence excessive. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the raw portrayal of a troubled character seeking redemption, while others were put off by the grim subject matter.

• Adrien Brody delivers a compelling performance as the titular character.
• The film's bleak and violent nature did not resonate with all critics.
• Some found the narrative familiar and lacking in originality.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a gritty and intense crime drama, with many appreciating Adrien Brody's performance. However, some viewers expressed that the violence was excessive and the storyline a bit predictable.

Adrien Brody, who also directed and co-wrote the screenplay, decided to take on the role of the garbage man after seeing a news report about the difficulties faced by sanitation workers.