Movie spotlight
Coyote
Muggy heat, small-town bleakness, unspoken social problems, hierarchy fights. This is Tuzko town, somewhere in Hungary, nowadays. Here comes Misi who inherits his grandfather's house and his property. Misi is a disillusioned, frustrated, constantly refugee young man. He can't find his role in his life, his job and relationship. He starts to build and renovate the house with some men from the town, but it violates the local oligarch's interests. Hard struggle begins for the property, for the love and for the life.
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Plot Summary
In the gritty underbelly of New York City, a young woman named Dylan falls into a dangerous world of drug dealing and clandestine meetings. She becomes entangled with a crew of young men navigating the harsh realities of their environment. As they strive for survival and escape, their choices lead them down increasingly perilous paths.
Critical Reception
Coyote received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its raw energy and the performances of its young cast. Some praised its unflinching portrayal of urban decay and youthful desperation, while others found its narrative occasionally unfocused or derivative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic depiction of a marginalized youth culture.
Noted for strong performances, particularly from its lead actress.
Some critics found the plot to be somewhat underdeveloped or overly familiar.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a gritty and realistic portrayal of urban life, with many appreciating the raw performances. However, some viewers felt the story lacked a compelling direction or resolution.
Fun Fact
The film was an official selection of the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival, where it premiered.
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