Thursday
Thursday

Movie spotlight

Thursday

2018
Movie
15 min
Russian

The heroine's son is admitted to the hospital in critical condition. A mother in distraught, pleads to the doctors to save her child, but is met with harsh reality of medical incompetence.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Alastair RaeGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the gritty underbelly of Glasgow, a young man named Curtis is caught in a cycle of violence and desperation. He struggles to break free from his past and protect his younger brother, Dean, from falling into the same destructive path. A chance encounter and a desperate gamble offer a glimmer of hope, but the city's harsh realities threaten to consume them both.

Critical Reception

Thursday received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences, with praise for its raw performances and atmospheric portrayal of urban life. Some critics noted its pacing issues and familiar narrative beats, but it was generally regarded as a compelling and gritty crime drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of working-class Glasgow and the struggles of its characters.

  • Kevin Leslie's central performance as Curtis was highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and formulaic within the crime genre.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but where reviews exist, they often commend the film's intense atmosphere and character-driven narrative.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around Glasgow, aiming for a realistic and immersive portrayal of the city's various districts.

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