Empire State

In 1980s New York City, Chris Potash, an ambitious young security guard, conspires with his childhood friend to rob an armored car company. Their plan quickly spirals out of control, attracting the attention of a relentless NYPD detective and dangerous mob figures. The heist escalates into a violent confrontation, testing loyalty and survival.

Empire State received largely negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired direction. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with common complaints about the film failing to live up to its potential as a crime thriller.

• The film suffers from a derivative script and uninspired execution.

• Performances are generally seen as adequate but fail to elevate the material.

• Praised by some for its 1980s setting, but ultimately deemed a forgettable crime drama.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some appreciated the attempt at an 80s crime story, many found the plot to be unoriginal and the execution lacking. The performances were a mixed bag, with some finding them unconvincing.

The film is inspired by a real-life heist that occurred in New York City in 1982, though many details were fictionalized for the movie.