The Circuit
The Circuit is an Australian television drama series. The six part first season screened on SBS TV, premiering on 8 July 2007 at 9:30 pm, and concluding on 12 August 2007. Season 2 began airing on 1 December 2009. The series stars Aaron Pedersen and Gary Sweet and centres on mixed-race solicitor Drew Ellis who joins the district to work at the Kimberley Circuit Court. Filmed mainly in Broome, Western Australia and surrounding areas, the show had a budget of more than $4 million, and 1,000 local Aboriginal extras have been employed for the production.
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Plot Summary
A former kickboxing champion, framed for murder, is released from prison after serving ten years. He seeks revenge against the corrupt detective who set him up and the drug lord responsible for his downfall. Navigating a dangerous underworld, he must confront his past and fight for justice.
Critical Reception
The Circuit received a mixed to negative reception, largely criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired action sequences. While some acknowledged the premise, the execution failed to impress critics or audiences.
What Reviewers Say
- Criticized for its formulaic storytelling and lack of originality.
- Action sequences were found to be uninspired and poorly choreographed.
- Character development was deemed superficial, failing to engage the audience.
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Fun Fact
Despite its title, 'The Circuit' is not part of a larger franchise or a remake of a previous film with the same name.
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