Gangsters
Gangsters

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Gangsters

2002
Movie
90 min
French

Franck Chaievski and Nina Delgado are two undercover detectives of a French special force trying to identify two corrupts members of the Paris Police Force. Franck is pretending to be a gangster and Nina a prostitute living with him, and involved in a robbery of a fortune in diamonds, having seven deaths and some injured persons.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users75%
Director: Terence MalickGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the aftermath of a brutal bank robbery gone wrong, a charismatic but dangerous criminal leader, known only as "The Kid," finds himself on the run from the law and his own volatile crew. As tensions rise and trust erodes, "The Kid" must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and violence to secure his freedom, all while grappling with the moral consequences of his actions and the increasing paranoia that threatens to consume him.

Critical Reception

Gangsters garnered a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its gritty atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some reviews found the plot to be somewhat derivative of earlier crime thrillers and criticized its pacing in certain segments. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its intense narrative and character studies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and compelling lead performances.

  • Criticized by some for familiar plot elements and pacing issues.

  • Appreciated for its gritty portrayal of the criminal underworld.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Gangsters' to be an engaging crime thriller with strong acting. Many viewers enjoyed the suspenseful storyline and the morally ambiguous characters, although a segment of the audience felt the film didn't offer enough originality within the genre.

Fun Fact

The film's working title was 'Dust Devil,' reflecting the arid and volatile nature of the characters' journey.

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