Movie spotlight
Patrol
Norm hates his gig as a security guard. He wanted a life of action, not a life of busting vandals at the mall. But when his six-year-old kid shows up for visitation and mistakes Dad for a policeman, Norm plays along. He quickly finds himself taking wild risks to maintain the guise of a street hardened five-o. When charade spins out of control, Norm must choose whether to come clean to his impressionable young son or continue living an overblown fantasy.
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Plot Summary
A group of police officers on patrol in a rough neighborhood find themselves under siege by a supernatural entity. As they fight for survival, they uncover a dark secret connected to the area's past. The situation escalates with each passing moment, testing their courage and their ability to trust each other as their numbers dwindle.
Critical Reception
Patrol received a largely negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and uninspired execution. While some acknowledged the attempts at creating a tense atmosphere, the overall consensus was that the film failed to deliver a compelling horror or action experience. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with common complaints about pacing and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a predictable storyline that offers little originality.
Visuals and action sequences are often considered lackluster and unengaging.
Character development is minimal, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the protagonists.
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Fun Fact
The film's low budget and direct-to-video release likely contributed to its limited critical review and distribution.
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