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New Town Killers
Two private bankers, Alistair and Jamie, who have the world at their feet get their kicks from playing a 12 hour game of hunt, hide and seek with people from the margins of society. Their next target is Sean Macdonald a parentless teenager who lives with his sister on a housing estate on the outskirts of Edinburgh. She's in debt, he's going nowhere fast. Sean agrees to play for cash.
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Plot Summary
Two young men, Dave and Michael, embark on a murderous spree across Scotland, targeting unsuspecting victims. Their actions are driven by a nihilistic desire to cause chaos and exert control. As their trail of destruction grows, they become increasingly reckless, attracting the attention of both the public and the authorities.
Critical Reception
New Town Killers received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its raw energy and committed performances, particularly from James McAvoy, others found its bleak subject matter and gratuitous violence to be overwhelming and lacking in depth. The film struggled to find a wide audience and is often overlooked in discussions of Scottish crime thrillers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty atmosphere and intense performances.
Criticized for its bleak and often nihilistic portrayal of violence.
Found to be a brutal but ultimately somewhat hollow thriller.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their sentiment analysis for 'New Town Killers' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Richard Jobson, is also known for his work as a musician, having been the lead singer of the Scottish punk band The Skids.
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