Our take
This is a 1970s Detroit revenge story, not a kids car movie. There is prison, a gangster, and adult relationships. Expect crime violence and strong language. Best for older teens and adults
Story (may spoil tone)
In 1970s Detroit, John Miller falls for a local gangster's girl and lands in prison for a crime he didn't commit. With his life ruined, Miller plots revenge against the man who took his girl away.
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Details
Violence Prison, crime, and revenge beatings
Prison, crime, and revenge beatings
Language Expect strong language throughout
Expect strong language throughout
Drugs / alcohol People drink in this 1970s crime world
People drink in this 1970s crime world
Gore / death / weapons Crime weapons and injuries. Not a monster gore show
Crime weapons and injuries. Not a monster gore show
Dangerous behaviour Revenge is the whole plan. It can look cool, but it is still crime
Revenge is the whole plan. It can look cool, but it is still crime
Grief / bereavement Years in prison steal a life. More anger than tears
Years in prison steal a life. More anger than tears
Talk after watching
- Revenge after years in prison. Did the film make payback look cool?
- A woman is caught between men. Did she get to be her own person?
- Crime can look stylish. What would you want a teen to take from that?