Dragged Across Concrete (2018)

Once two overzealous cops get suspended from the force, they must delve into the criminal underworld to get their proper compensation.

Director:

S. Craig Zahler

Writer:

S. Craig Zahler

Stars:

Mel Gibson, Vince Vaughn, Tory Kittles

5 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mel Gibson	...	Brett Ridgeman
Vince Vaughn	...	Anthony Lurasetti
Tory Kittles	...	Henry Johns
Michael Jai White	...	Biscuit
Thomas Kretschmann	...	Lorentz Vogelmann
Jennifer Carpenter	...	Kelly Summer
Laurie Holden	...	Melanie Ridgeman
Don Johnson	...	Chief Lt. G. Calvert
Udo Kier	...	Friedrich
Fred Melamed	...	Mr. Edmington
Justine Warrington	...	Cheryl
Matthew MacCaull	...	Grey Gloves
Primo Allon	...	Black Gloves
Jordyn Ashley Olson	...	Sara Ridgeman
Myles Truitt	...	Ethan Johns

Storyline

The script centers on two policemen, one an old-timer (Gibson), the other his volatile younger partner (Vaughn), who find themselves suspended when a video of their strong-arm tactics become the media's cause du jour. Low on cash and with no other options, these two embittered soldiers descend into the criminal underworld to gain their just due, but instead find far more than they wanted awaiting them in the shadows.

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Plot Keywords:

bare breasts | heist | stakeout | disgraced police officer | pig | 

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Taglines:

Those Who Can't Earn A Living Must Find Another Way To Provide.

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Genres:

Action | Crime | Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong violence, grisly images, language, and some sexuality/nudity.

Did You Know?

Trivia

According to many associated with the production, it was long thought that this film would have a wide theatrical release in the US. However, it was rumored that Lionsgate requested the film be edited down to an "audience friendly" 130 minutes which was met with much disdain from director, S. Craig Zahler. Considering his final cut clause in his contract, Lionsgate opted to release the film in a limited theatrical run and same day digital through Summit Entertainment, mirroring the other Zahler releases. The film stands uncut and unedited at 159 minutes.

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Goofs

When Henry Johns and his brother play a video game, the controllers(PS4) are not switched on.

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Quotes

Brett Ridgeman: [in a standoff] We can fight each other some more, do this until we're crippled or dead, or we can both be rich. I don't see how this is a dilemma.
Henry Johns: Trusting a cop, one that's crooked as fuck, is the dilemma. Only thing absolutely certain about you is that you don't give a shit about any oath you swear to.

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Connections

Featured in Moral Conflict: Creating Cinema That Challenges (2019)

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Soundtracks

Gilded Life of the Rich Man
Written by Jeff Herriott & S. Craig Zahler
Performed by The O'Jays featuring Eddie Levert and Walter Williams Sr. (as Walter Williams)

User Reviews

the numbers don't lie

Budget:$15,000,000 (estimated) Cumulative Worldwide Gross: $660,132

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official site [Japan]

Country:

Canada UK USA

Language:

English Spanish

Release Date:

22 March 2019 (USA)

Also Known As:

Dragged Across Concrete

Filming Locations:

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Box Office

Budget:

$15,000,000 (estimated)

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$660,132

Company Credits

Production Co:

Summit Entertainment, Unified Pictures, CINESTATE

Technical Specs

Runtime:

158 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1