BAD CITY

Cinemavixion Review

Carl Bessai's 2014 film "Bad City" plunges viewers into a gritty, urban landscape teetering on the brink of chaos. The narrative centers on the nefarious machinations of city councilor Dominic Kincaid, who, after a brazen act of murder, plots to seize control of the city and impose his malevolent vision. The plot thickens with the introduction of a dangerous new party drug ravaging the youth, a clear indicator of Kincaid's corrupt influence. Thankfully, the city's fate is not entirely sealed, as the arrival of the unconventional Detective Franky New Guinea and his equally unorthodox partner, Detective Reverend Grizzly Night-Bear, injects a much-needed dose of retro-cool heroism. The film, boasting a cast that includes Amanda Crew and Dustin Milligan, is a genre blend that promises a wild ride, as hinted by its action, comedy, and crime elements. With 11 nominations to its name, "Bad City" appears to be a stylish, albeit potentially over-the-top, crime thriller that champions a unique brand of justice in its titular metropolis.