: Critics noted the film’s high production values, specifically praising the lighting and sound design, which create an "exhilarating climax" during an underground party scene.
: Many viewers and critics found the plot somewhat predictable and "cumbersome". Common complaints included an over-reliance on flashbacks and a lack of traditional "thriller" pacing. : Critics noted the film’s high production values,
: The film explores themes of teen addiction, parental desperation, and the cyclical nature of crime. Critical & Audience Review Highlights : The film explores themes of teen addiction,
The 2022 film (directed by Michelle Danner) is a crime drama and thriller that received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Movie Summary His mother (Elisabeth Röhm) turns him over to
: The story follows a privileged teenager named Aiden (Edouard Philipponnat) who is arrested for drug possession. His mother (Elisabeth Röhm) turns him over to the police in a desperate attempt to "scare him straight".
: Most reviewers praised Edouard Philipponnat’s intense lead performance, with some comparing his screen presence to a young Leonardo DiCaprio. Cameron Douglas also received positive marks for his "robust" portrayal of the detective.
: To avoid prison, Aiden must act as a confidential informant for Detective Wall (Cameron Douglas) to help bring down a local drug kingpin known as "Local Legend".