Slam
Slam

Slam

2016Movie100 minItalian

Samuele is 16 and has a passion for skateboarding. He has big dreams: going to university, move to California, and travel, but things change when he meets Alice, who could be the girl of his life.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Partho Sen-GuptaGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A celebrated Mumbai police chief is forced to confront his own buried past when his daughter disappears under mysterious circumstances. As he delves into the investigation, the lines between his professional duty and personal desperation blur, leading him down a dark path of moral compromise and escalating danger. He must race against time to find her before it's too late, unraveling a complex web of crime and corruption.

Critical Reception

Slam received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its gritty atmosphere, strong performances, and exploration of moral ambiguity. While some found the pacing uneven, many acknowledged its compelling narrative and the director's confident handling of a dark subject matter. The film also garnered attention for its portrayal of urban crime and the psychological toll it takes on individuals.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and solid performances, particularly from Anurag Kashyap.
  • Noted for its compelling, albeit bleak, narrative that explores the dark underbelly of crime.
  • Some critics found the film's pacing to be slow at times, detracting from the overall impact.

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Fun Fact

The film was screened in the 'Contemporary World Cinema' program at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival.

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