Trafficking
Trafficking

Trafficking

1998Movie107 minEnglish

A Los Angeles private eye is hired by a paranoid client to investigate a volatile woman whom he's convinced means him harm. During his investigation the detective blows his cover, leading him down the rabbit hole of his own troubled psyche.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Daniel ZirilliGenres: Crime, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman gets entangled in a dangerous world of international drug trafficking when she is coerced into transporting a package across the border. As she delves deeper into the criminal underworld, she faces betrayal, violence, and the constant threat of capture. She must find a way to survive and escape the perilous situation before it consumes her entirely.

Critical Reception

Trafficking received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its attempts at gritty realism, many found the film to be derivative of other crime thrillers without adding anything substantially new to the genre. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its limited distribution contributing to its low profile.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a serious portrayal of the drug trade but ultimately falls short.
  • Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
  • The plot follows a formulaic path, offering few surprises for seasoned viewers.

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Fun Fact

Director Daniel Zirilli also stars in the film and reportedly drew inspiration for the project from real-life accounts of drug trafficking operations.

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