Loners
Robert works for a travel agency and helps to arrange scenes from the everyday lives of "ordinary" Czech families as an attraction for Japanese tourists. He also works as a kind of matchmaker and occasionally helps to put together some of his friends. He helps to separate his friend Hanka from Peter, an announcer for an independent radio station who tries to capture "real" life by recording the moments from "reality" and playing them over the air. Vesna, came to Prague from Macedonia because it is according to her the best place for UFOs to land, but her real reason for coming is somewhat different... Hanka is followed by the crazy Ondrej, until then a respected brain surgeon, and married with two kids. Through him she meets Jacob, who uses copious amounts of weed in order to be constructive in this gloomy world. On the other hand, this destroys his short-term memory - and he forgets that he already has a girlfriend...
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Plot Summary
A young man grappling with his past finds himself drawn into a dangerous world when he becomes involved with a group of individuals seeking retribution. As he delves deeper into their clandestine activities, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not only his own life but also the lives of those he cares about.
Critical Reception
Loners received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and solid performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and predictable in its resolution. Audiences generally responded well to its suspenseful nature.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its moody atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.
- Daniel Goddard's performance was noted as a strong point.
- Some found the narrative structure to be less effective than its individual scenes.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around London, contributing to its gritty and urban aesthetic.
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