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Toru
Toru centers on the story of a baby boy, named Toru, born with a fatal lung condition. As he only has a few days to live Toru’s parents sign him up for a trial experiment that would simulate a full life in a matter of days. The film follows Toru’s dream-like life simulation as a boy named Todd growing up in a New England suburb, and concludes in futuristic Japan.
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Plot Summary
A drug lord's empire is threatened by a determined cop who believes the kingpin's father was murdered by his own son. As the officer delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that goes beyond simple revenge. The film follows the cat-and-mouse game between the two men, escalating into a violent confrontation.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many pointing out its predictable plot and weak character development. While some appreciated the action sequences, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its action sequences and John Abraham's performance.
Criticized for a convoluted and predictable storyline.
Felt that the film relied too heavily on clichés and failed to offer anything fresh.
Google audience: Audience reviews were largely divided. Many appreciated the action and thrill elements, finding it an entertaining watch. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be weak and the execution uninspired, leading to a lukewarm reception.
Fun Fact
The film was initially titled 'Madaari 2' and was intended as a sequel to the 2016 film 'Madaari', but the script was revised and the title changed to 'Toru'.
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