Intro"Black and Blue" is a 2019 action thriller movie starring Naomie Harris, Tyrese Gibson, and Frank Grillo. Directed by Deon Taylor and written by Peter A. Dowling, the movie tells the story of a rookie African-American law enforcement officer who witnesses the murders of drug dealerships by corrupt cops.
PlotNaomie Harris plays Alicia West, a novice police and former Afghanistan War veteran in the New Orleans Police Department. Throughout her night patrol, Alicia is set up to join her experienced partner Officer Deacon Brown on routine patrol instead of her regular fellow novice. An unintended detour puts Alicia in a kill zone and she witnesses Officer Brown and other corrupt police officers perform drug dealers. The scene is taped on her body electronic camera.
A deadly video game of cat-and-mouse starts when Alicia leaves the scene with the body web cam video. Corrupt cops are desperate to recuperate the evidence that can expose their rogue operation, while the drug dealers are out for revenge, thinking Alicia to be responsible for the killings.
Body Cam FootageAlicia attempts to publish the footage at the precinct however discovers it to be under the control of the corrupt polices, led by Terry Malone, played by Frank Grillo. Concurrently, the gang leaders put a bounty on Alicia, and quickly the entire community is against her. Alicia then relies on Milo "Mouse" Jackson, a shopkeeper played by Tyrese Gibson, for aid. Mouse, at first unwilling, accepts shelter her as they determine how to get the video footage out to expose the cops.
ConclusionThe movie culminates in a tense face-off between disgraced polices, armed gangsters, and Alicia in the rundown structures of the Crescent City real estate projects. In one last survival quote, Alicia submits the stunning footage on social media platforms, exposing the callous crimes of her coworkers in uniform.
"Black and Blue" is an extreme nail-biting action film. It places the spotlight on the controversial problem of authorities corruption and racial discrimination in America, all the while showcasing one female's brave defend justice.
Performing and ProductionNaomie Harris delivers an excellent performance as the main character. She masters her representation of the determined and brave Alicia, a tough-as-nails cop with an unwavering devotion to fact and justice. Tyrese Gibson, Frank Grillo, and other members of the ensemble cast likewise provide commendable efficiencies to support the story.
With Deon Taylor as the director, the film is artfully provided, combining components of action, thriller, and social drama in a rivetingly practical manner. The script, penned by Peter A. Dowling, is tight and interesting, guaranteeing a suspenseful experience for the audience. The cinematography effectively captures the raw, gritty reality of New Orleans, adding to the general experience of the movie.
Critical Reception"Black and Blue" got generally positive evaluations from both critics and audiences. The movie is lauded for its compelling portrayal of police corruption and racial discrimination, stabilized with interesting action sequences and engaging storytelling. While some critics argue that the movie's message might be provided in a somewhat heavy-handed manner, others applaud it for its bold method and grounding in contemporary social problems.
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