Startups
Startups

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Startups

2019
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Mandarin

A documentary following 14 startup founders.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: Ben KetaiGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Haitian-American tech entrepreneur creates a cryptocurrency called GenCoin, which he dreams will revolutionize the money system. He partners with a Cuban-American hacker and a corrupt financier to make his vision a reality. However, their ambitious project quickly attracts the attention of a ruthless FBI agent who is determined to shut them down.

Critical Reception

StartUp garnered a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its innovative premise, tense atmosphere, and strong performances, particularly from Adam Brody and Edi Gathegi. However, some reviewers found the plot occasionally convoluted and the pacing inconsistent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling narrative and the chemistry between its lead actors.

  • Cited for its exploration of timely themes like cryptocurrency and corruption.

  • Some critics noted underdeveloped subplots and occasional plot holes.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the show's engaging plot, especially its focus on the world of digital currency and crime. Many viewers appreciated the character development and the high-stakes thrill of the series.

Fun Fact

The series was initially developed for Crackle, a streaming service known for original content, and was one of its flagship shows during its run.

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