Burn Out
Burn Out

Burn Out

2018Movie107 minFrench

Tony, a promising young motorcycle racer, is forced to do perilous drug runs to save the mother of his child from a dangerous mobster.

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IMDb6.0/10
Google Users68%
Director: Yann GozlanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A promising motorcycle racer, struggling with financial issues and family problems, accepts a deal to become a getaway driver for a drug syndicate. His initial success in this dangerous new life is soon threatened by the consequences of his choices, forcing him to confront the moral compromises he's made.

Critical Reception

Burn Out received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its intense action sequences and Pierre Niney's performance, while some found the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visceral racing and chase scenes.
  • Pierre Niney's committed performance as the conflicted protagonist was frequently highlighted.
  • Some critics found the narrative arc to be somewhat formulaic.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's action-packed nature and the lead actor's portrayal. Some viewers noted that the storyline, while engaging, did not offer many surprises.

Fun Fact

The film features realistic motorcycle stunts, with much of the action captured live to enhance its gritty authenticity.

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