Crossway
A very interesting thriller about the coming of age of a troubled young man searching his place in this world. Teenage boy Jonathan (Fabien de Marchi) is having a hard time living with his father and stepmother. On a whim, he steals some money and embarks on a journey of forbidden pleasures. He spends the night in abandoned building and wakes up bound and is held prisoner by Antoine (Johan Libéreau), a young drug dealer wanted by the police. The two boys forge an ambiguous relationship between violence, compassion and fascination. Victim, Jonathan ends up taking a liking to his tormentor.
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Plot Summary
A troubled investigative journalist, haunted by a past tragedy, gets a new lease on life when he begins to uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, where the stakes are higher than he could have ever imagined. His investigation forces him to confront his own demons and decide what he's willing to sacrifice for the truth.
Critical Reception
Crossway received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the attempts at suspense while others criticized its pacing and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious conspiracy thriller premise.
- Criticized for a confusing narrative and uneven pacing.
- Some noted decent performances from the lead actors.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Crossway are scarce, with limited available data on specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was independently produced and had a limited theatrical release, contributing to its lower profile and scarcity of comprehensive reviews.
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