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The Chauffeur
Audrey, a young French actress trying to make it in Hollywood meets, Tony, the chauffeur of a luxury car. She needs him to drive her around town and he is looking for a "boss" (meaning someone who dominates him). At first, feeling ill at ease, Audrey doesn't want to mistreat him. But, as she goes from deception to deception in her career, she discovers that she can vent her frustrations on him... They complete themselves in what begins as a fair exchange and becomes much more than that.
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Plot Summary
A burned-out chauffeur for a wealthy businessman gets entangled in a dangerous mystery when he picks up a mysterious woman. As he's drawn deeper into her secrets, he finds himself on a collision course with the dark underbelly of the city and a powerful conspiracy.
Critical Reception
The Chauffeur received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and predictable. While some performances were noted as adequate, the film struggled to stand out in the crowded thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak and uninspired script.
Predictable twists and turns leave little room for genuine suspense.
Performances are serviceable but can't elevate the material.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'The Chauffeur (2012)' is not readily available through public Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
While starring D.B. Sweeney, Sean Patrick Flanery, and Kelli Giddish, the film did not gain significant critical attention or awards recognition.
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