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A Most Violent Year
2014 125 min United Arab Emirates, United States of America R 16+
★7.3
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Director: J.C. Chandor
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Description
A thriller set in New York City during the winter of 1981, statistically one of the most violent years in the city's history, and centered on the lives of an immigrant and his family trying to expand their business and capitalize on opportunities as the rampant violence, decay, and corruption of the day drag them in and threaten to destroy all they have built.
Budget:
$20M
US Gross:
$5.75M
Worldwide:
$12.01M
Starring
Oscar Isaac
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Jessica Chastain
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David Oyelowo
Actor
Awards
Golden Globe 2015
— Best Supporting Actress
Saturn Awards 2015
— Best Independent Film
Key opinion
A Most Violent Year is a meticulously crafted, atmospheric crime drama that succeeds as a character study rather than a traditional action film. While its slow-burn narrative and quiet intensity earn high praise from many for its commitment to realism, it leaves others frustrated by its lack of conventional thrills.
| Acting | Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain deliver powerful, anchoring performances that elevate the material. | |
| Production | The production design and cinematography effectively immerse the viewer in the grim, hazy atmosphere of 1981 New York. | |
| Theme | The film’s exploration of an immigrant entrepreneur attempting to remain ethical within a corrupt system provides compelling thematic depth. | |
| Pacing | The contemplative, slow-moving pace rewards viewers who appreciate detailed storytelling, but alienates those expecting a high-octane gangster thriller. |