Clement
Clement

Clement

2001Movie139 minFrench

Benoit turns 13 and develops an intense crush on his godmother, Marion. As they lie on beaches in the summer, she humors him by talking about the mysteries of women.

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users86%
Director: Antoine FuquaGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A narcotics officer is thrust into a high-stakes investigation when he's assigned a new, ambitious partner. As they delve deeper into the city's criminal underworld, they uncover a complex web of corruption and betrayal that threatens to consume them both. The veteran officer must confront his own demons while navigating the moral ambiguities of police work.

Critical Reception

Training Day was a critical and commercial success, earning widespread praise for its gritty realism, intense performances, and suspenseful narrative. Denzel Washington's portrayal of Detective Alonzo Harris was particularly lauded, earning him an Academy Award for Best Actor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut direction and gripping screenplay.
  • Denzel Washington delivers a powerhouse, Oscar-winning performance.
  • Critics admired its unflinching look at corruption and moral compromise.

Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the film's intense atmosphere and the compelling performances, especially Denzel Washington's menacing role. Many found the story to be a thrilling and thought-provoking exploration of good versus evil.

Awards & Accolades

Academy Award for Best Actor (Denzel Washington), Nominated for Best Original Song ('Gangsta's Paradise')

Fun Fact

During the filming of 'Training Day,' Denzel Washington famously insisted on wearing his own custom-made suits for his character, Alonzo Harris, to further embody the character's ostentatious and self-serving nature.

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