Rebellion
Rebellion

Rebellion

2009Movie100 minCantonese

After a top gangster is murdered, his second-in-command must prevent an uprising by rival gangs.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Mathieu KassovitzGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 2010, France is under a totalitarian regime that imposes strict curfews and controls the population through surveillance and fear. A young man named Mala appears to be just another ordinary citizen struggling to survive. However, he is secretly part of a resistance movement aiming to overthrow the oppressive government. As the rebellion intensifies, Mala finds himself caught between his loyalty to his cause and the increasing danger to himself and those he cares about.

Critical Reception

Rebellion received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its gritty atmosphere and intense action sequences, while others found its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its dystopian themes and others criticizing its bleak outlook.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and bleak, dystopian atmosphere.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
  • Seen by some as a relevant commentary on societal control, though others found it too grim.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a sequel to Mathieu Kassovitz's 1997 film 'La Haine', but was ultimately developed into a standalone story.

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