Inner City
Inner City

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Inner City

1995
Movie
80 min
French

Pierre, a young man in his thirties, grew up with his two brothers in a city in the suburbs of Paris. He still lives there today with his wife, Deborah. His everyday life is divided between a job where he is exploited, discussions with his friends and brothers, family meals and unpreventable altercations with the cops.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Robert E. WoodsGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A decorated police detective finds his career and personal life unraveling after he is framed for a crime he didn't commit. He must navigate a treacherous underworld of corruption and betrayal to clear his name. With the help of an unlikely ally, he races against time to expose the truth before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Inner City received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the gritty atmosphere and Michael Madsen's performance, the film was largely considered a forgettable entry in the crime thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a standard, albeit somewhat convoluted, crime drama narrative.

  • Michael Madsen delivers a serviceable performance as the embattled detective.

  • The film struggles with pacing and fails to generate significant suspense.

Google audience: Audience reception for Inner City is largely unavailable through public Google reviews. General sentiment from available platforms suggests it was not widely seen or discussed.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, aiming for a gritty, urban aesthetic that reflects the story's themes of corruption and struggle.

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