No Right Turn
No Right Turn

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No Right Turn

2009
Movie
91 min
English

A haunting fairy-tale thriller set between snowy landscapes and a neon city. A KINKY SLICE OF PULP-SATIRE! The film is laced with pitch black humor - and doesn't take itself too seriously - you shouldn't either - nods and winks to many previous pulp/exploitation thrillers of yesteryear - and yes there is some very naughty sex scenes - MOVIE IS NOT FOR KIDS! When Monella by chance saves Nina from being raped their lives take an unexpected turn. They begin a passionate love affair and together they begin to plan how to steal Nina's boyfriend's drug money . Unfortunately , nothing goes as planned and suddenly everyone is in the midst of a dark tangle of revenge and betrayal ... Cinetrange Magazine: "A curious European blend of David Lynch, John Dahl and Quentin Tarantino." MJ Simpson: "A clever, tightly honed script combines with assured direction and a central quartet of excellent performances make No Right Turn a real joy to watch."

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Daniel Petrie Jr.Genres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful architect, after a series of personal tragedies, finds himself spiraling into paranoia and obsession. He becomes convinced that a shadowy organization is targeting him and his family. As his grip on reality loosens, he must race against time to uncover the truth before his delusions consume him entirely.

Critical Reception

No Right Turn received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Liam Neeson, many found the plot to be predictable and convoluted. The film struggled to balance its thriller elements with its dramatic themes, often falling short on both fronts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Liam Neeson delivers a committed performance but cannot salvage a weak script.

  • The film attempts a complex narrative but ultimately feels muddled and uninspired.

  • Lacks the tension and depth expected from a thriller with such a talented cast.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or not widely documented for this film.

Fun Fact

Daniel Petrie Jr., known for his screenwriting on films like 'Beverly Hills Cop' and 'The Big Easy,' made his directorial debut with 'No Right Turn'.

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