Fast Money (1996)

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Butler is an experienced car thief, McCoy a struggling reporter trying to nail a bad guy-senator. Meeting for the first time when they're both in dire need of air transportation, they team up long enough for Butler to steal a car with a very special piece of luggage in the trunk, and all hell breaks loose. Suddenly they're chased by both sides of the law, and who can tell which is which?

Introduction
"Fast Money" is an American action movie released in 1996 and directed by Alexander Wright. The film stars Yancy Butler, Matt McCoy, Merritt Yohnka and Anthony Johnson. A mix of high energy and action-packed scenes, "Fast Money" focuses on the theme of criminal activity, moral complications, friendship, and cash. The story weaves as it explores the unsafe world of theft and the subsequent effects of task gone wrong.

Plot Summary
The movie centres on the lead character, Francesca "Frankie" Wells, enacted by Yancy Butler, a professional cars and truck burglar with a taste for Ferraris. Her career takes a drastic turn when she accidentally steals an exotic vehicle including an important computer system disc coming from a callous criminal activity boss. The taken disc includes essential and deceptive banking details that can result in the mob employer's failure, making the stakes extremely high.

Frankie, who runs under the radar, all of a sudden becomes the target of both organised crime and the FBI. Requiring to turn the scenario around, she decides to use the disc to play both sides against each other, in hopes of getting away unscathed from this circumstance.

Her primary ally and support group comes from her separated sweetheart, LAPD Detective Johnny Argyle, played by Matt McCoy. Argyle is at first torn in between his task as a police officer and his commitment towards Frankie. Nevertheless, as the circumstance intensifies, he selects the latter, deciding to help her out of the dangerous mess.

Bottom line and Conclusion
Throughout the movie, "Fast Money" delivers roadway chases, weapon fights, double-crossing and high stakes situations layered with thrilling suspense. While it certainly uses a good deal of action, the plot likewise focuses on the romantic relationship between Frankie and Argyle, including their past and the complexities of their circumstances.

The film efficiently balances the psychological and action elements of the narrative, making it more than just a normal action film. The characters are strong, and their relationships deepen the story. Lead actress, Yancy Butler's efficiency in "Fast Money" adds to the excitement and drama of the movie. Her character is strong-willed, wise, capable, and resolute in dealing with the complex circumstance she finds herself in.

Johnny's decision to assist his enthusiast showcases the intricacies of love, especially when it is intertwined with task and the law. The dynamics in between his character and Frankie bring depth to the story, and the constant excitement and anticipation of their precarious circumstance leaves the audience guessing until the end.

"Fast Money" may not be a big-budget movie, but the quality of the script and the skilled efficiencies of the cast make it a satisfying watch. In general, it provides both in terms of an engaging plot and interesting action.

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