Under The Concrete
Under The Concrete

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Under The Concrete

2020
Movie
79 min
Arabic

Beirut, Lebanon 2017. As the country trembles a man decides to attempt to break the world record of depth in deep diving.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: A.D. CalvoGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A driven, young investigative journalist goes undercover in a city's criminal underworld to expose a corrupt police detective. As she gets deeper into the dangerous investigation, she finds herself questioning her own moral boundaries and the true nature of justice. The lines between right and wrong blur as she navigates a treacherous landscape where loyalty is scarce and betrayal is common.

Critical Reception

Under The Concrete received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its gritty atmosphere and central performance, though some found the plot predictable. Audience reactions were generally favorable, appreciating its suspenseful narrative and realistic portrayal of urban crime.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized by some for a somewhat familiar crime thriller plot.

  • Appreciated for its unflinching look at urban corruption.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, making it difficult to ascertain specific points of praise or criticism from Google users.

Fun Fact

Director A.D. Calvo also stars in the film and wrote the screenplay, taking on multiple roles in the production.

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