Street Kings

Synopsis

Street Kings is a gritty crime thriller that follows LAPD detective Tom Ludlow, played by Keanu Reeves, as he navigates a corrupt police force while seeking justice for the murder of his former partner. Ludlow finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal as he delves deeper into the case, uncovering a conspiracy that goes to the highest levels of authority. Faced with internal turmoil and external threats, Ludlow must fight to uncover the truth and bring those responsible to justice, even if it means going against the very system he once swore to uphold. The movie offers a suspenseful and action-packed ride through the underbelly of law enforcement in Los Angeles.

Cast

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  Keanu Reeves

  Detective Tom Ludlow

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  Forest Whitaker

  Captain Jack Wander

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  Chris Evans

  Detective Paul Diskant

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  Hugh Laurie

  Captain James Biggs

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  Naomie Harris

  Linda Washington

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  Cedric the Entertainer

  Scribble

Reviews

Despite an impressive cast led by Keanu Reeves, Street Kings received mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 38% rating, indicating that the majority of critics did not find it favorable. The Hollywood Reporter criticized the film for its lack of originality and predictable plot twists. On the other hand, IMDb users rated it 6.8/10, praising Reeves' performance and the film's intense action sequences. Metacritic gave it a score of 55/100, acknowledging its strong lead performances but faulting the movie for its clichéd dialogue and familiar storyline. Overall, Street Kings drew polarized reactions from critics, with some appreciating its gritty atmosphere and others finding it formulaic.