Nails
Nails

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Nails

1992
Movie
96 min
English

The wife of a wild Los Angeles police detective becomes a hostage of the heroin ring he and his partner have exposed.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Dennis HopperGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A hardened, guilt-ridden Irish detective, John Tracey, is tormented by his past as he tries to protect Anna, the daughter of a former IRA explosives expert. Anna becomes the target of a ruthless crime boss who seeks to exploit her inherited skills in bomb-making, forcing Tracey into a desperate race against time to save her and confront his own demons.

Critical Reception

Nails (1992) received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. While Dennis Hopper's performance was sometimes noted, the film struggled to find a strong audience and is largely considered a lesser-known entry in the crime thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the plot to be difficult to follow and often convoluted.

  • The film's pacing was frequently criticized as being too slow or uneven.

  • Dennis Hopper's presence was noted, but not enough to salvage the film's overall weaknesses.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Dublin, Ireland, aiming to capture an authentic gritty atmosphere for the crime thriller narrative.

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