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Detour
"Detour" is a sort of offshoot of "Contour" where Law (Eric Jacobus) goes to rent an apartment and strikes a deal with the landlord (Shaun Finney) where he'll get a discount on his deposit if he takes care of a squatter (Chelsea Steffensen) outside.
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Plot Summary
A drug courier on the run finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse when he stumbles upon a conspiracy. Trying to protect a young witness, he must evade both the authorities and the criminals who want them silenced. The unfolding events force him to confront his past and fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Detour received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its action sequences uninspired. While some acknowledged the performances of the lead actors, the film was generally criticized for its predictability and lack of originality in the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable plot and unengaging action.
Performances are decent but can't salvage the weak script.
Fails to deliver a thrilling or original crime story.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a lukewarm reception, with many finding the movie to be an average thriller. Some viewers appreciated the suspense, while others felt it was forgettable and lacked memorable moments.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Canada, primarily in Montreal, Quebec.
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