Throttle
Throttle

Throttle

2005Movie87 minEnglish

Every day, millions of people descend into underground parking garages, get into their cars and drive to the safety of their homes. But tonight, five levels down in a deserted corporate parking structure, financial analyst Tom Weaver won't be going home.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Robert MorinGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A skilled getaway driver, seeking to escape her past, finds herself entangled in a dangerous situation when her younger sister is kidnapped. To secure her sister's release, she must agree to pull off one last high-stakes heist for a ruthless crime boss. The driver must use all her expertise to navigate the treacherous underworld and outwit both the criminals and the law.

Critical Reception

Throttle received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its action sequences and Amy Jo Johnson's performance, while others found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. It was largely seen as a serviceable B-movie thriller that didn't break new ground in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action sequences and lead performance.
  • Criticized for a derivative and often predictable plot.
  • Considered a standard, if somewhat uninspired, entry in the action-thriller genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Throttle' is not widely available through aggregated Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was released direct-to-video in many regions, contributing to its lower profile and limited critical discussion.

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