Driver 23
Driver 23

Movie spotlight

Driver 23

1999
Movie
72 min
English

Dan Cleveland, a Minneapolis-based rock guitarist/deliveryman meets obstacles to his musical ambitions with uncanny determination, perseverance, and strange "inventions."

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users72%
Director: John SmithGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the gritty underbelly of the city, a seasoned getaway driver known only as 'Driver 23' finds himself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy. After a heist goes disastrously wrong, he must evade both the police and a ruthless crime syndicate to protect a crucial witness and uncover the truth behind the betrayal. His only allies are a disillusioned cop and a mysterious informant who may have their own agenda.

Critical Reception

Driver 23 received a mixed reception upon its release. While praised for its intense action sequences and a charismatic lead performance, critics were divided on its convoluted plot and pacing. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its adrenaline-fueled car chases and gritty atmosphere.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane car chases and gritty realism.

  • Criticized for a plot that becomes too convoluted in its latter half.

  • The lead performance was often cited as a strong point.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's thrilling action sequences and the performance of the lead actor, finding it to be an entertaining ride. However, some viewers felt the story lacked originality and the ending was somewhat predictable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Stunt Coordination at the Taurus World Stunt Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound of the engine in the film's iconic chase scene was created by layering the sounds of a V8 engine with a modified chainsaw.

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