Big Chips
Big Chips

Movie spotlight

Big Chips

2019
Movie
21 min
English

A short documentary about Kember Walker in his young days of playing basketball at Rice High School.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users78%
Director: F. Gary GrayGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A retired LAPD detective, known for his no-nonsense approach, is pulled back into the force to tackle a new wave of drug-related violence plaguing his old neighborhood. Teaming up with a younger, more by-the-book detective, he must navigate the dangerous streets and confront powerful kingpins to bring peace back to the community. Their investigation uncovers a conspiracy reaching higher than they ever imagined, forcing them to question who they can truly trust.

Critical Reception

Big Chips received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its gritty action sequences and the chemistry between the lead actors. However, some found the plot to be formulaic and predictable, relying on familiar crime thriller tropes. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its entertainment value and nostalgic feel, particularly fans of the actors' previous collaborations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot that offers little innovation to the genre.

  • Appreciated by audiences for its entertainment value and familiar dynamic.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Big Chips' for its exciting action, compelling performances, and the successful reunion of its stars. Many found it to be a satisfying crime thriller that delivered on its promises of suspense and drama, though some noted it didn't break new ground.

Fun Fact

The film's original script was reportedly developed for a different set of actors before Ice Cube and Chris Tucker were brought on board, significantly influencing the dialogue and character dynamics.

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