Pawn
Pawn

Pawn

2013Movie88 minEnglish

A petty robbery spirals into a tense hostage situation after three gunmen hold up a diner that's a front for the mob.

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IMDb4.1/10
Google Users39%
Director: David A. ArmstrongGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this crime thriller, a group of men are held captive in a building by a sinister figure known only as "The Man." As the situation escalates, a detective attempts to navigate the complex web of hostages and captors to uncover the truth behind the unfolding events. The film delves into betrayal and desperation as the characters fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Pawn received largely negative reviews from critics, who criticized its convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, and generic action sequences. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film predictable and uninspired.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempts at a complex narrative structure.
  • Criticized for its confusing plot twists and lack of clarity.
  • Found the performances by the veteran cast to be underwhelming given the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's predictable storyline and a general lack of originality. While some appreciated the ensemble cast, many felt the movie failed to deliver a compelling or engaging experience.

Fun Fact

The film's script was reportedly written by a first-time screenwriter, which some critics cited as a reason for its perceived lack of polish.

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John Chard

John Chard

Yawn! What started out as a planned easy robbery of a diner, proves to be far more complicated than the robbers ever imagined. An impressive cast that features Forest Whitaker, Ray Liotta and Michael Chiklis fail to liven up this dull...