The Pretenders
The Pretenders

The Pretenders

2021Movie118 minJapanese

It depicts two high school girls trying to change the atmosphere of the world with their ideas by setting up a camera in the town and transmitting the footage via SNS.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users70%
Director: Jeff NicholsGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the crime-ridden streets of 1970s Detroit, a young woman finds herself entangled with a notorious outlaw motorcycle club. As she navigates the dangerous world of loyalty, betrayal, and violence, she must make difficult choices that will shape her destiny and the lives of those around her.

Critical Reception

The Pretenders received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its gritty atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some found the pacing to be uneven and the narrative predictable at times. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the film's intense drama and period detail.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric recreation of the 1970s and intense performances.
  • Some critics noted a lack of originality in its crime drama tropes.
  • The film's exploration of loyalty and consequence was a frequent highlight.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's compelling story and the performances of the main cast, with many finding it a thrilling and engaging crime drama. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more innovative.

Fun Fact

The film's production designer meticulously researched motorcycle club culture and 1970s aesthetics to ensure historical accuracy in its sets and costumes.

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