Riding in Tandem
Riding in Tandem

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Riding in Tandem

2017
Movie
90 min
English

Jonard is an angry young man out to take revenge on his sister's killer. Miguel is an old and jaded ex-convict and a former hired killer looking for his wife. Together, they will be drawn into a violent world of killing and easy money, testing their friendship, and the values they hold dear as humans.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Patrick T. SmithGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

A drama that follows a former professional cyclist who, after a career-ending injury, finds himself struggling to reconnect with his estranged teenage son. As they embark on a challenging cross-country bike trip, they confront their past traumas and discover the possibility of a renewed relationship.

Critical Reception

Riding in Tandem received a generally mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its emotional core and the performances of its lead actors, while some found its pacing and narrative to be somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt exploration of father-son relationships.

  • Commended for strong performances, particularly from the lead.

  • Criticized by some for a formulaic narrative arc.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Riding in Tandem were not widely available or aggregated on Google.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location across several states, with the cross-country bike journey depicted authentically.

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