Ruthless
In 1970’s Northern Ireland, a young boy, bereft of his mother, defies his father to get the Glam Rock album he so desperately wants. It’s Belfast - early 70’s… BOOM! Something’s in the air and it’s not a bomb, it’s a revolution. Glam Rock is drowning out the noise of armoured cars. As British soldiers patrol the streets, kids are glued to Top Of The Pops, entranced by Marc Bolan, the androgynous, satin-clad, glitter-god. In a high-rise flat lives a recently bereaved father and his ten-year-old son PJ, who is desperate to get his hands on the new T. Rex album Electric Warrior. The problem is he’s skint and his Da is on the dole. PJ comes up with a cunning plan to get the dough, involving a sock, a prosthetic leg and a pawnbroker. Ruthless is a humorous, heartwarming story of how a prosthetic leg and a T. Rex album become the conduit for overcoming grief.
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Plot Summary
A disgraced journalist and a parole officer find themselves on a collision course when a murder investigation exposes a deeper, more sinister conspiracy. As they delve into the truth, they uncover a network of corruption and deceit that reaches the highest levels of power. The journalist's quest for redemption and the parole officer's pursuit of justice become intertwined, forcing them to confront their own demons and fight for survival against unseen forces.
Critical Reception
Ruthless received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its ambitious premise and a few performances, while many criticized its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements and others finding it to be a disappointing entry in the crime genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praiseworthy for its attempt at a complex thriller narrative.
- Criticized for a plot that becomes too convoluted and difficult to follow.
- Some noted strong performances that were let down by weak scriptwriting.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Ruthless are scarce and generally indicate disappointment, with many viewers finding the film's storyline to be predictable and lacking in originality. Some users felt the acting was unconvincing and the overall execution fell short of expectations for a thriller.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the production taking place in and around Los Angeles.
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