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Man must pay
Marina, the wife of the head of a large company, finds out that her beloved husband, Mikhail, is cheating on her. Offended by betrayal, the woman decides to part with her husband, although for her this is a very difficult step. She leaves only a high-rise apartment and a bank account for herself in a large amount. Marina is also a business woman, not some kind of housewife: she runs a large advertising company Bagira and plans to buy another agency. But suddenly she has a competitor - a young businessman Sergei Belykh.
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Plot Summary
In 1980s Brooklyn, a police captain's son, who manages a nightclub, gets caught between his father's law enforcement family and his uncle's Russian mob ties. As tensions escalate, he's forced to choose sides, leading to a dangerous confrontation that tests loyalty and survival.
Critical Reception
We Own the Night was generally well-received by critics, who praised its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and James Gray's assured direction. Some found the narrative a bit predictable, but it was largely celebrated as a well-crafted crime drama.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty atmosphere and authentic portrayal of the era.
Lauded for the strong performances, particularly from Joaquin Phoenix and Mark Wahlberg.
Felt to be a well-executed, albeit somewhat conventional, crime thriller.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciate the film's tense atmosphere, compelling story, and the chemistry between the leads. Some viewers found the ending slightly disappointing, but overall satisfaction is high for this crime drama.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Film at the Venice Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Joaquin Phoenix initially turned down the role of Bobby Green multiple times before agreeing to star in the film.
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