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21 Bridges

21 Bridges

Crime · Action · Drama · 2019

An embattled NYPD detective, is thrust into a citywide manhunt for a pair of cop killers after uncovering a massive and unexpected conspiracy. As the night unfolds, lines become blurred on who he is pursuing, and who is in pursuit of him.

Movie details

21 Bridges

“The only way out is through him”

2019 Crime · Action · Drama 1h 40m

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6.8 / 10

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An embattled NYPD detective, is thrust into a citywide manhunt for a pair of cop killers after uncovering a massive and unexpected conspiracy. As the night unfolds, lines become blurred on who he is pursuing, and who is in pursuit of him.

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What this film says about your taste.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Brian Kirk

Written by

Adam Mervis · Matthew Michael Carnahan

Chadwick Boseman

Chadwick Boseman

Andre Davis

Sienna Miller

Sienna Miller

Frankie Burns

J.K. Simmons

J.K. Simmons

Captain Matt McKenna

Stephan James

Stephan James

Michael Trujillo

Taylor Kitsch

Taylor Kitsch

Ray Jackson

Keith David

Keith David

Deputy Chief Spencer

Alexander Siddig

Alexander Siddig

Adi

Court is in session

Put 21 Bridges on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Cool Ironist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.