Desperate Anger City
Desperate Anger City

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Desperate Anger City

2020
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Mandarin

In the peaceful town of Whitehorse, strange things are happening recently. In the meantime, a group of strange and evil people have assembled in the barren forest on the outskirts of the town, and they vow to wash the town in blood. The town is shrouded in death gas and oxygen. Everything seems to be pointing at the mysterious woman from outside protecting the hero's descendants, Li San thin and Yue An Yu. Can the heroes turn the tide of the war with the help of Bian Buwen and Li San thin? Will the "Swallow" show up? The answer lies in the hands of Big Brother Innocent.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Alastair McLeodGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the heart of a sprawling metropolis teetering on the brink of collapse, a disillusioned detective finds himself entangled in a web of corruption and violence. As he races against time to uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power, he must confront his own demons and the moral ambiguity of his city. The investigation forces him to question everything he believes in, pushing him to the edge of desperation.

Critical Reception

Desperate Anger City garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its gritty atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead cast. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven, leading to a polarizing view on its overall effectiveness as a crime thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with a compelling lead performance that anchors the film.

  • The complex narrative occasionally falters, leaving some plot threads underdeveloped.

  • A dark and atmospheric thriller that successfully captures the grim underbelly of urban life.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's intense mood and the caliber of its actors, with many commending its bold storytelling. However, some viewers felt the plot was too convoluted and the ending unsatisfying, leading to a split in opinions regarding its overall impact.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Golden Globe Awards (Javier Bardem).

Fun Fact

The cityscapes featured in the film were a combination of practical effects and CGI, with a dedicated team working for over a year to create the film's distinctive, dystopian urban environment.

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