Pro and Con
Pro and Con

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Pro and Con

1993
Movie
9 min
English

A powerful, emotional and sometimes humorous look at the daily life of a prison inmate and a corrections officer.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Christian DuguayGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A former detective, haunted by a past case involving a murdered child, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when he suspects the man released from prison for the crime is innocent. He must navigate a dangerous web of corruption and deceit to uncover the truth, risking everything he has left. Along the way, he finds unexpected alliances and confronts his own demons.

Critical Reception

Pro and Con received a mixed reception from critics, who often noted its serviceable action sequences but criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience response was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the straightforward crime thriller elements while others found it unremarkable within the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and action-packed moments.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of character depth.

  • Seen as a competent, though not groundbreaking, crime thriller.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this title, making it difficult to summarize specific audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Montreal, Quebec, Canada, utilizing the city's diverse urban landscape for its gritty setting.

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