Go for Broke
Go for Broke

Go for Broke

2013Movie70 minEnglish

After a series of frustrating events throw Max Greene over the edge, he and three friends take an impromptu trip to the desert to clear their heads and reassess their lives.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Jason W. LeeGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of disillusioned young men living in the suburbs decide to embark on a series of daring heists, hoping to strike it rich and escape their mundane lives. As their plans escalate, they find themselves entangled with dangerous criminals and facing the consequences of their choices. The film explores themes of desperation, loyalty, and the illusion of easy money.

Critical Reception

Go for Broke received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing a derivative plot and uneven pacing. While some acknowledged the film's ambition in its genre, many found it failed to deliver a compelling narrative or memorable characters. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and suffers from a predictable storyline.
  • Pacing issues and underdeveloped characters detract from the action.
  • Fails to rise above typical direct-to-video crime thriller tropes.

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Fun Fact

The film was independently produced and shot on a limited budget, with many of the cast and crew contributing their efforts with minimal compensation.

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