Five Thirteen (2013)

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In this tension-packed thriller, brothers Mike and Tre set out in search of better lives, trying to leave their demons behind for good. After being released from prison for a crime he didn't commit, Mike's only care in the world is to protect his young daughter from an unforgiving ex. But the justice that awaits him on the streets is far worse than anything Mike had experienced in prison. His older brother Tre begrudgingly agrees to one last "delivery", attempting to free Mike and his new girlfriend from the grips of the criminal underworld. What transpires is a wild misadventure where multiple lives unknowingly intersect, and where decisions are made that will haunt everyone forever

Introduction
"Five Thirteen" is a 2013 drama and criminal activity thriller directed by Kader Ayd and produced by Luciano Lisi. It stars Tom Sizemore, Gary Dourdan, Danny Trejo, and lots of others. The movie deciphers the intricate relationships within a volatile social context, touching on relevant themes such as brotherhood, commitment, and revenge.

Plot Summary
The movie commences by presenting two siblings, Mike (Avelawance Phillips) and Tre (Malik Barnhardt), released from prison on the very same day. They decide to take a day of rest to reunite with their families and enjoy the city on their first day as free guys. The story subsequently shifts focus in between them and a group of other characters associated with the unsafe underworld of criminal offense and corruption.

Back on the streets of Los Angeles, Tre eagerly anticipates reuniting with his child and repairing the stretched relationships with her infant's mother. Mike, on the other hand, aims to keep a straight life far from crime. His resolve is, nevertheless, checked when Tre gets caught in a circumstance that threatens his life and freedom.

Further into the plot, Gary Dourdan, playing an eccentric character named Leroy, masterminds a harmful burglary scheme which Mike and Tre are unwillingly dragged into. The unfortunate burglary spirals into a fatal sequence of occasions, positioning the siblings at threat while also including their loved ones.

Characters and Performances
Tom Sizemore plays the role of Trigger, an abusive and violent character that includes a darker tone to the movie. Bokeem Woodbine depicts the character 'Nestor', a notorious gangster and rap artist who sweet-talks ladies into delivering drugs for him. Zulay Henao, representing "Ling", works as Leroy's sweetheart in the film, happy to do anything to keep their love undamaged regardless of her sweetheart's criminal activities.

Performance-wise, Danny Trejo unquestionably sticks out playing a gunman with his classic and menacing dialogue execution. Gary Dourdan's serving as Leroy, a mastermind wrongdoer, is similarly admirable. Malik Barnhardt and Avelawance Phillips convincingly tell the extreme tale of two benevolent souls unfortunately knotted in a dangerous web of crime.

Conclusion
"Five Thirteen" is a crime-drama tinged with themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for survival in an unkind world. It's a narratively layered and emotionally powerful film that showcases the intricate entanglements of numerous characters, generally concentrating on the life of Mike and Tre as they defend redemption and survival. In spite of the film's dark property, it handles to keep the audience's attention undamaged through a mix of extreme series and touching interpersonal exchanges.

Top Cast

  • Malik Barnhardt (small)
    Malik Barnhardt
    Tre
  • Taryn Manning (small)
    Taryn Manning
    Lisa
  • Tom Sizemore (small)
    Tom Sizemore
    Glen
  • Steven Bauer (small)
    Steven Bauer
    Esteban
  • James Russo (small)
    James Russo
    Agent Acevedo
  • Danny Trejo (small)
    Danny Trejo
    El Loco
  • Christian Audigier
    Henry
  • Gary Dourdan (small)
    Gary Dourdan
    Clyde
  • Bokeem Woodbine (small)
    Bokeem Woodbine
    Nestor
  • Kenneth Choi (small)
    Kenneth Choi
    C.I.A.
  • Avelawance Phillips
    Mike