All Coppers Are...
All Coppers Are...

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All Coppers Are...

1972
Movie
87 min
English

A young policeman and a small-time crook are both involved with the same girl.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Don SharpGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, working-class man, Billy, finds himself entangled in a web of crime and corruption after a chance encounter with a police detective. He becomes involved in petty theft and drug dealing, gradually escalating his criminal activities. As Billy gets deeper into the underworld, he faces increasing danger and moral compromise, questioning his own identity and loyalties.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing its bleak outlook and graphic violence. However, some appreciated its raw portrayal of urban decay and the struggles of its protagonist. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some finding it too disturbing while others were drawn to its gritty realism.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty realism and unflinching look at crime.

  • Criticized for its bleakness and potentially gratuitous violence.

  • Seen by some as a stark portrayal of social issues and moral ambiguity.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often highlight the film's dark and uncompromising nature. Some viewers found it to be a powerful, albeit disturbing, examination of a young man's descent into crime.

Fun Fact

The film was controversial for its time due to its explicit depiction of violence and drug use, leading to censorship debates.

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dennyjt

dennyjt

An anti-Establishment themed youth picture that has several unusual aspects.Young married cop Potter meets tarty Foster and cocky Henson at a wedding do and gets involved with them. After she seduces Potter, Foster moves in with Henson, who...