Holiday Heist
Holiday Heist

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Holiday Heist

2019
Movie
87 min
English

A man released from prison is torn between a life of crime and a fresh start with a woman he meets while scoping out a potential heist.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Brett DonowhoGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A decorated SWAT sniper faces a deadly race against time when he's framed for a crime and must go on the run during the Christmas holidays. Hunted by his own team and a relentless detective, he needs to clear his name before the city descends into chaos.

Critical Reception

Holiday Heist received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often pointed to its generic plot and uninspired action sequences. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, the film was largely seen as a forgettable entry in the action thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Familiar and predictable plot.

  • Action sequences lack originality and excitement.

  • Performances are adequate but can't elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available or consistently aggregated for this specific title, making it difficult to summarize general audience sentiment.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, utilizing its winter landscape to create a festive yet tense atmosphere.

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