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Taken Away
A young single mother has to work late one night. Her daughter begs her to allow her to stay alone instead of going to a babysitter. The mother finally agrees. When the girl falls and is injured, police are called and she is taken to a hospital, the courts decide that the mother is unfit and take her daughter away. She must fight to all ends to get her back.
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Plot Summary
A young man struggling with drug addiction witnesses a murder and becomes entangled with the criminals responsible. Forced to flee, he finds himself pursued by both the mob and the law. He must fight for his survival and try to break free from the dangerous cycle he's fallen into.
Critical Reception
Taken Away (also known as The Loose Cannon) received a generally negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the gritty atmosphere and attempts at suspense, the film was often criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on genre clichés. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak and unoriginal storyline.
Performances are largely uninspired, failing to connect with the audience.
Lacks the tension and excitement expected from a crime thriller.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their consensus for 'Taken Away' from 1989 is not readily available. General audience reception appears to have been mixed to negative, with many viewers finding the film unremarkable.
Fun Fact
The film was also released under the title 'The Loose Cannon', which may lead to confusion when searching for information or reviews.
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