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- NR
- 2011
- 1 hr 19 min
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6.4 (323)
Gun Hill is a 2014 American crime thriller directed by Reggie Rock Bythewood and written by Michael Andrews. The film stars Larenz Tate, Mark Parra, and Cassius Bythewood in lead roles and is produced by BET Network. The film opens with a thrilling bank robbery scene where a gang of masked men successfully pull off a heist and leave with a bag full of money. Things start to take a turn when one of the robbers gets killed and another one gets severely injured. The injured robber is none other than the son of a powerful NYPD officer, Bird Stevens (played by Larenz Tate).
Bird, who's on his way to work, hears the news of his son's condition and rushes to the hospital. Upon learning about the bank robbery, Bird immediately takes charge of the investigation, which doesn't go down well with his colleagues. Things get even complicated when it is revealed that the dead robber was the son of a notorious drug dealer, Anton Jackson (played by Mark Parra).
From here on, the movie takes us on a thrilling ride of twists and turns, as Bird tries to uncover the truth behind the robbery, the killing of the robber, and the involvement of his son. As Bird digs deeper into the case, he realizes that his own colleagues might be involved in the crime.
While investigating, Bird has to face numerous challenges, including death threats, car chases, and gunfights. At the same time, Cassius Bythewood plays a supporting role as a detective named Marcellus, who helps Bird with the investigation. He offers valuable insights and helps Bird connect the dots in the case.
As the investigation progresses, we also get to see Bird's personal life, where he is struggling to maintain a peaceful relationship with his wife, a lawyer named Trish (played by Emayatzy Corinealdi). Trish is often seen confronting Bird about his excessive work hours and how it is affecting their married life.
The movie also has flashback scenes that show Bird's relationship with his son, which provides a deeper insight into their life and the struggles they faced as a father-son duo.
The climax of the movie is a thrilling one, where all the pieces fall into place, and the truth is finally unveiled. There are gunfights, violence, and a nail-biting finale that will keep you at the edge of your seat.
Overall, Gun Hill is an action-packed crime thriller with a gripping storyline and an excellent cast. Larenz Tate delivers a powerful performance as the lead, while Mark Parra provides an equally compelling antagonist. Cassius Bythewood does justice to his role and plays an essential part in the story's development. The movie is a must-watch if you are a fan of crime thrillers that keep you guessing until the end.
Gun Hill is a 2011 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 19 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4.