Asking For It
Asking For It

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Asking For It

2019
Movie
8 min
English

Three women from three different backgrounds report the crimes against them.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Director: Eamonn ButlerGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Jo is brutally attacked and subsequently seeks revenge on her assailants. She connects with a group of vigilantes who share her desire for retribution. As she becomes more involved in their violent methods, Jo grapples with her own morality and the escalating consequences of her actions.

Critical Reception

Asking For It received a mixed reception from critics, with many commending the performances, particularly from Vanessa Kirby, but criticizing the film's often gratuitous violence and uneven pacing. Audiences were similarly divided, with some finding it a compelling if disturbing revenge thriller, while others felt it was overly bleak and lacked nuanced character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for compelling lead performance, particularly by Vanessa Kirby.

  • Criticized for its unflinching and sometimes excessive depiction of violence.

  • The film's exploration of revenge and its consequences is noted as thought-provoking but at times heavy-handed.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film delves into themes of consent and revenge, sparking discussions about the ethics of vigilante justice.

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