Brake

A Secret Service agent, Jeremy Reins, wakes up locked in the trunk of a moving car. With no memory of how he got there or who put him there, he must race against time to escape before the car crashes. As he struggles to break free, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that puts his own life and the President's safety at extreme risk.

Brake received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding the premise intriguing but the execution lacking. The film's tension and Stephen Dorff's performance were often cited as positives, but the plot was frequently criticized for being predictable and underdeveloped.

• Praised for its high-concept premise and Stephen Dorff's committed performance.
• Criticized for a convoluted plot and predictable twists.
• Often described as a tense thriller that doesn't fully capitalize on its potential.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a film with an interesting setup that struggles with narrative coherence and satisfying resolution.

The film was shot primarily in and around Los Angeles, California.