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Two policemen, one an old-timer, the other his volatile younger partner, find themselves suspended when a video of their strong-arm tactics becomes the media's cause du jour. Low on cash and with no other options, these two embittered soldiers descend into the criminal underworld to gain their just due, but instead find far more than they wanted awaiting them in the shadows.
Two grizzled police detectives, Brett Ridgeman and Anthony L. kuris, find themselves suspended from the force after a leaked video shows them engaging in overly aggressive tactics. While suspended, they are drawn into the criminal underworld of their city, becoming involved in a complex and dangerous scheme involving a dangerous drug lord and a heist. The film explores themes of morality, desperation, and the blurred lines between law enforcement and criminality as the two men navigate treacherous territory.
Dragged Across Concrete received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its gritty atmosphere, deliberate pacing, and strong performances, particularly from Mel Gibson and Vince Vaughn. However, some critics found its violence excessive and its narrative overly long and bleak. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its uncompromising tone and character studies, while others were put off by its dark themes and extended runtime.
Praised for its intense performances and atmospheric neo-noir style.
Acknowledged for its unflinching depiction of violence and moral ambiguity.
Criticized by some for its lengthy runtime and bleak, often nihilistic, tone.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's gritty realism, compelling performances from its lead actors, and the director's distinct, uncompromised vision. Many found the slow-burn narrative and character development to be rewarding, though a segment of viewers felt the film was too violent and excessively long.
Director S. Craig Zahler initially wrote the script with Sylvester Stallone and John Travolta in mind for the lead roles of Ridgeman and L. kuris, respectively.
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**_Ugly, crude, morally repugnant, thoroughly enjoyable_** > **Tom Grater**: _The film has quite a complicated relationship with race, there are moments in it that make the viewer feel uncomfortable. Can you talk about that approach?_ ...
With its moral ambiguity and explicit violence, ‘Dragged Across Concrete’ is ugly, bleak, brutal and vile in the best ways possible. The film’s true target audience, though, is patient connoisseurs of highbrow-lowbrow combo platters who are...