Plastic

A group of university students in London have become involved in a credit card scam, running up huge debts by using stolen cards. When the operation goes wrong, they find themselves in even deeper trouble with a ruthless crime boss. To clear their debts, they must undertake a dangerous heist in Miami.

Plastic received generally negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its predictable plot, weak script, and uninspired direction. While some performances, particularly from Will Poulter, were noted as somewhat redeeming, the film struggled to find an audience and was largely overlooked.

• The film suffers from a formulaic and uninspired crime narrative.
• Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors unable to elevate the weak material.
• Lacks the sophistication or wit to make its crime caper engaging.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a significant disappointment, with many viewers finding the plot predictable and unoriginal. The characters are often described as unlikeable, and the overall execution is seen as amateurish. Some appreciation was noted for the attempts at action sequences, but these were not enough to salvage the film for most.

The film was shot in and around London, UK, and Miami, Florida, USA, with scenes depicting Miami actually being filmed in various locations around London.