Pimp
Pimp

Pimp

2018Movie86 minEnglish

An urban love story set on the hard streets of the Bronx. A struggling female pimp, named Wednesday, grows up learning the game from her dad. Once he's gone she's left to look out for her prostitute mother and girlfriend Nikki.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users60%
Director: Alex de RakoffGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the gritty heart of 1970s New York City, a determined woman named Wednesday operates as a prostitute and pimp. She navigates a dangerous world, trying to escape the life she's trapped in while dealing with the volatile madam who controls her and the violent pimps who run the streets. Wednesday must find her own strength to survive and fight for a better future.

Critical Reception

Pimp received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its depiction of exploitation gratuitous and its narrative unfocused. While Keke Palmer's performance was often highlighted as a strong point, the film struggled to find a consistent tone and was criticized for its gratuitous violence and handling of sensitive themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praises Keke Palmer's powerful performance as the lead.
  • Criticizes the film for its gratuitous violence and exploitation themes.
  • Notes a lack of narrative cohesion and an overly bleak tone.

Google audience: Google users had a divided response, with some appreciating the film's gritty portrayal of the era and Keke Palmer's acting. However, a significant portion found the movie overly violent, disturbing, and lacking a compelling story, leading to a lukewarm reception.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in the 1970s was meticulously recreated with authentic period costumes, set designs, and music to immerse the audience in the era's distinct atmosphere.

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