Angry Scalper
Angry Scalper

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Angry Scalper

2021
Movie
78 min
Mandarin

Batu and his wife Tana work hard for their lives. Unexpectedly, a car accident turned his wife into the target of the gangster Ka Fang. In order to find his kidnapped wife, Batu joined the detective Somchai and his friend Lao Jiao) to start a long chase

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Daniel B. HarrisGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A desperate man, consumed by financial ruin and societal pressures, becomes entangled in the illicit world of ticket scalping. As his actions escalate, he finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, where the lines between survival and morality blur, leading to unforeseen and devastating consequences.

Critical Reception

Angry Scalper received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged the film's attempt to explore themes of desperation and the dark side of the entertainment industry, many criticized its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uneven pacing. The film struggled to gain significant traction and is largely considered an obscure independent release.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's premise is intriguing but ultimately fails to deliver a compelling narrative.

  • Character motivations feel contrived, making it difficult to empathize with the protagonist.

  • Despite a few tense moments, the thriller elements are overshadowed by a weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Angry Scalper' are scarce, with very little specific feedback available. Those that exist do not offer a strong consensus, suggesting the film did not resonate widely with the general public.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, with much of the cast and crew being personal acquaintances of the director.

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