A12
A12

A12

2012Movie10 minEnglish

A high school senior looks to escape his problems through the use of an experimental drug that allows the user to perceive the world differently.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Antoine B. ShiuGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the gritty underbelly of the city, Detective Ray Maxwell finds himself in a desperate race against time to stop a notorious crime syndicate known as 'The Syndicate'. With limited resources and facing mounting pressure, Maxwell must navigate a treacherous landscape of informants, double-crosses, and brutal violence. His investigation leads him down a dark path, forcing him to confront his own demons as he gets closer to uncovering the syndicate's ultimate plan.

Critical Reception

A 12 received a mixed reception from critics, with praise for its intense action sequences and gritty atmosphere, but criticism for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences found it to be an entertaining, albeit standard, crime thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visceral action and dark tone.
  • Criticized for a formulaic narrative and lack of originality.
  • Seen as a serviceable but unremarkable entry in the crime genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for A 12 are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's an action-packed film that delivers on thrills, though it doesn't break new ground in the crime thriller genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a real, decommissioned prison to enhance its gritty authenticity.

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