After his release from prison, small-time drug dealer Taro (Hugo Speer) wastes no time teaming up again with his old partners and setting up a deal with notorious crime boss Mr. Fletcher (Nelson E. Ward) in this crime thriller. But when the deal goes bad, one of Taro's men is killed. Soon, Taro's cronies begin to turn on each other, and Taro, with the help of buddy Sean (Andrew Joseph), must fight his way out to stay alive
Overall, 18 Presents feels more like a soap opera than a drama, and I feel bad for saying that since the concept is based off a tragic story (even though it’s loosely). I’m sure other people will find this film emotional for them, but as for me, it’s bland and forgettable.
When it comes down to it, The English explores what happens when power is unchecked and how those who seem powerless, have more strength than most through their convictions for justice.
Omaha reminds us of what it can feel like to look at old family photographs. You sit with the bittersweetness, allowing it to wash over you; not drowning in it, but certainly affected by it.
Eddington attempts to capture how media is intertwined with the uncomfortable present.
