Vicious Streak
Vicious Streak

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Vicious Streak

2004
Movie
Adult · 18+
87 min
English

Sunrise is an apartment manager who makes it her mission to sleep with everyone she shows an apartment to. Then she meets a psycho named Buck who wants nothing to do with her. This just intrigues her more. She vows to bed him, even if it kills her.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Christopher RothGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious writer gets entangled in the dangerous world of organized crime when he becomes involved with a charismatic but ruthless gangster. He finds himself drawn into a complex web of loyalty, betrayal, and violence as he tries to navigate his precarious situation. The narrative explores themes of ambition, morality, and the corrupting influence of power.

Critical Reception

Vicious Streak received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised its dark atmosphere and Theroux's performance, many found the plot underdeveloped and the characters unconvincing. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is largely considered a lesser-known entry in the crime drama genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty tone and Justin Theroux's committed performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Often described as a film with potential that ultimately falls short.

Google audience: Audience reception for Vicious Streak is largely unavailable or unrecorded in a way that allows for a specific summary of likes and dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in New York City, adding to its gritty, urban aesthetic.

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