Try Knights
Riku Haruma enters high school without a future in sight. He sees people playing like monsters on the ground, jumping higher than anyone else, running fast, deciding to try their best. There, he sees Akira Kariya playing rugby, a sport he was once passionate about but gave up due to his physique. While Akira is running roughly, Riku gives him a piece of advice without thinking. From that, Riku feels his dying passion for the sport set ablaze, and his future starts to brighten up...
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Plot Summary
When a heist goes wrong, two bumbling thieves find themselves on the run from both the mob and the police. Desperate for a way out, they hatch a wild plan involving a stolen painting and a high-stakes poker game. Their already chaotic situation escalates with the appearance of a mysterious woman with her own agenda. They must navigate a treacherous path of double-crosses and narrow escapes to survive.
Critical Reception
Try Knights received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its comedic elements forced and its plot predictable. While some appreciated the efforts of the lead actors, the film was largely criticized for its uninspired script and uneven pacing. It failed to make a significant impact at the box office or gain widespread critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks originality and relies too heavily on tired comedic tropes.
- The chemistry between the lead actors is present but not enough to save a weak script.
- A forgettable crime-comedy that struggles to find its footing.
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Fun Fact
The film's low-budget production meant that much of the action and chase sequences were filmed in and around the director's hometown to save on costs.
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