
Narc
Directed by Joe Carnahan
Produced by Splendid Film, Julius R. Nasso Productions
A gritty neo-noir crime thriller that uses a murder investigation to expose institutional corruption and moral compromise within law enforcement.
Narcotics Sergeant Nick Tellis, on leave after a trauma, is called back to investigate the murder of fellow undercover operative Michael Calvess, joined by the victim's unpredictable and brutal ex-partner, Henry Oak. Working together in the back alleys of Detroit, Tellis and Oak delve into a dark investigation that leads them to uncover shocking secrets and question the corruption and morality within the department, encountering unorthodox methods and a brutal truth about Calvess's death.
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Is Narc scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 99% of films.
Is Narc violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Is Narc easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is Narc one of a kind? Barely. Less singular than 85% of films.
Does Narc end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is Narc sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
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