KIN
KIN

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KIN

2017
Movie
15 min
English

Jamie, 20, the older of two brothers, is midway through an attempt to extract younger brother Harry, 13, from the care home he himself was put through as a teenager. However, when Jamie's application for custody is rejected, his initial anger is gradually replaced with a difficult realisation.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes49%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users62%
Director: Jonathan Baker, Josh BakerGenres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young boy, Eli, finds a mysterious, powerful weapon after his stepfather's drug deal goes wrong. He goes on the run with his ex-convict older brother, Jimmy, and a sex worker, Chloe. Pursued by a vengeful crime boss and an enigmatic government agent, they must figure out the origins of the weapon and why they are being targeted.

Critical Reception

Kin received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its underdeveloped plot and characters, despite some acknowledging its visual style and performances. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a poor box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a muddled plot and uneven pacing.

  • While visually interesting, the characters lack depth and motivation.

  • The central mystery surrounding the weapon is intriguing but ultimately unsatisfying.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception. Many enjoyed the sci-fi elements and action sequences, appreciating the unique premise and the chemistry between the lead actors. However, a significant portion found the story predictable, the character development lacking, and the ending abrupt.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by twin brothers, Jonathan and Josh Baker, making their feature directorial debut after gaining recognition for their short films.

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