


Sleepless
Undercover Las Vegas police officer Vincent Downs, who has a lot of enemies, is caught in a high stakes web of corrupt cops and the mob-controlled casino underground. When a heist goes wrong, a crew of homicidal gangsters kidnap Downs’ teenage son T. In one sleepless night, Downs will have to rescue his son, evade an internal affairs investigation, and bring the kidnappers to justice.
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Plot Summary
A corrupt cop is caught in a deadly crossfire between his own department's internal affairs division and a dangerous criminal organization. While investigating a casino robbery, he discovers that the heist's proceeds are not what they seem. He must race against time to save his kidnapped son and expose the truth before he's taken down by those he trusts.
Critical Reception
Sleepless received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired action sequences. While Jamie Foxx's performance was occasionally singled out for praise, the film was widely seen as a forgettable entry in the action-thriller genre, failing to live up to the potential of its premise.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a derivative and uninspired script.
- Action sequences are often chaotic and lack originality.
- Jamie Foxx's performance is a highlight but cannot save the film.
Google audience: Audience reception for Sleepless was mixed to negative. While some viewers appreciated the action and Jamie Foxx's involvement, many found the plot to be cliché and the execution lacking. Common criticisms pointed to a lack of suspense and originality, making it a forgettable viewing experience for many.
Fun Fact
Director Baran bo Odar also directed the acclaimed German Netflix series 'Dark', which premiered a year after 'Sleepless' and achieved significant international success.
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