Shots
Shots

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Shots

2014
Movie
6 min
Hebrew

Idan and Elad, both straight, meet for the first time after they are picked up by a girl they each meet at a bar. The three of them go back to her place and end up in bed together but the men, during the act, are inexplicably unable to take their eyes off each other. After the girl has fallen asleep, Idan and Elad, sitting in bed and unable to sleep, initiate an awkward conversation, both trying to reach out to the other and understand those new feelings stirring inside of them.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Director: Michael SchwartzGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disgraced DEA agent, haunted by a past operation gone wrong, is drawn back into the dangerous world of drug trafficking. He must confront his demons and navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and violence to uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels.

Critical Reception

Shots received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated the attempt at a gritty crime thriller, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. Performances were a point of contention, with some critics noting solid efforts from the lead actors, while others felt the characters were underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for the gritty atmosphere and some individual performances.

  • Criticism for a muddled and predictable plot.

  • Disappointment in the overall lack of originality within the crime genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a lack of engagement with the film's narrative and characters. Some viewers found the pacing slow, while others felt the film failed to deliver a compelling or satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Michael Schwartz, also wrote the screenplay, marking one of his few directorial efforts.

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