Safe
Safe

Safe

2021Movie16 minEnglish

On a winter night in Atlantic City, the manager of a defunct casino must reckon with his parental failures when his unruly son needs help out of an illicit bind.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: Jocelyne La GrangeGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

This intense thriller follows a man struggling with a past trauma, who finds himself drawn into a dangerous world when he crosses paths with a mysterious woman. As he attempts to protect her from unseen forces, he must confront his own demons and navigate a treacherous path where trust is a luxury he can ill afford.

Critical Reception

Safe (2021) received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. However, some found the plot to be derivative of other thrillers, and the pacing occasionally lagged. Audiences generally responded well to the film's tension and twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy for its palpable tension and compelling lead performances.
  • Some critics noted a lack of originality in its narrative structure.
  • An engaging, if somewhat familiar, thriller experience.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated 'Safe' for its suspenseful plot and the chemistry between its main actors. Some viewers felt the ending could have been stronger, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many recommending it as an entertaining thriller.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the rugged landscapes of Scotland, contributing to its bleak and atmospheric visual style.

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