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Martingale

  • 2024
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
5.3/10
105
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Martingale (2024)
Crime

A crafty casino security officer is swallowed up by the seedy underworld of her small town as she searches for the man who allegedly raped and killed her teenage daughter.A crafty casino security officer is swallowed up by the seedy underworld of her small town as she searches for the man who allegedly raped and killed her teenage daughter.A crafty casino security officer is swallowed up by the seedy underworld of her small town as she searches for the man who allegedly raped and killed her teenage daughter.

  • Director
    • Jeremy Berg
  • Writer
    • Chris Joseph Taylor
  • Stars
    • William Shockley
    • Kelly Sullivan
    • Rachelle Henry
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.3/10
    105
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Jeremy Berg
    • Writer
      • Chris Joseph Taylor
    • Stars
      • William Shockley
      • Kelly Sullivan
      • Rachelle Henry
    • 5User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins total

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    William Shockley
    William Shockley
    • Harland
    Kelly Sullivan
    Kelly Sullivan
    • Andi
    Rachelle Henry
    Rachelle Henry
    • Maddy
    Konstantin Melikhov
    Konstantin Melikhov
    • Whit
    McKenna Ralston
    McKenna Ralston
    • Girlfriend
    Raúl E. Peyret
    Raúl E. Peyret
    • Silent Partner
    James Grixoni
    • Robby
    Denny Nolan
    Denny Nolan
    • Boater
    Courtney Carl
    Courtney Carl
    • Sherryl
    Joe Peer
    Joe Peer
    • Casino Manager
    Jason Adkins
    Jason Adkins
    • Levi
    Darlene Sellers
    Darlene Sellers
    • Junkie
    Fernando Duran
    • Man on Boat
    Dave Shecter
    Dave Shecter
    • Ex-husband
    Geoff Garza
    • Diaz
    Malachy Sreenan
    • Vagrant
    Troy Lund
    Troy Lund
    • Police Officer #1
    Andrew Tribolini
    • Nosey Moviegoer
    • Director
      • Jeremy Berg
    • Writer
      • Chris Joseph Taylor
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    8dpengilly-10135

    Thrilling, deep and totally captivating.

    Natalie the main character is a very desperate but intriguing character who draws you in. The friend, the accomplice, the ex-husband even the peripheral characters in the story are great. It's a dark story and there are many possible outcomes and this keeps you riveted. Not suitable for those with short concentration spans or those that like TV dinners but for the rest of us this is a welcome addition to 2024.

    Beautifully directed but low key and very real. No unnecessary glamour it is a story about ordinary people and everyday lives. Since the setting is low-lives, petty criminals and drug dealers this is not a colourful piece.
    7ericglaas-73714

    Well Done Overall

    In probability theory and gambling, a "martingale" is a situation in which the player doubles down after losses, believing that they'll get to even on their next win. In a sense, that's what the lead character is attempting by searching for her daughter's killer. If you're looking for light-hearted fare, this film is not for you.

    While it's bleak and some of the supporting-character dialogue is a bit stilted, overall the movie punches above its weight. Kelly Sullivan as Andi really pulls you in as her convoluted quest unfolds. "Martingale" is an example of what can be accomplished, with a relatively modest production, by focusing on story line and pacing.

    Finally, one of the other reviews critiqued the lighting. This movie was shot in western Washington State, and having grown up there, I can confirm that the pervasive cloud cover is exactly what the region looks like. Frankly, the lighting fits the mood of the story.
    4centaur1135

    Far too long for the story.

    "Martingale" is a journey that unfortunately overstays its welcome. Even at a 1 hour and 45 minutes, it tests the patience of the viewer. The plot meanders like a lost hiker in a dense forest, leaving viewers yearning for a more streamlined narrative.

    The film's greatest flaw lies in its lighting. Or rather, the lack thereof. Scenes unfold in murky shadows. Characters converse in dimly lit rooms despite evidence showing that they are really well lit. And outdoor scenes look as though there is a smoke or haze in the air. Perhaps the director aimed for an atmospheric noir vibe, but it feels more like stumbling through a power outage.

    For me the lighting destroyed the whole film, and I longed for it to end. Perhaps I could have got away with watching the first ten minutes and the last.

    The acting was like the lighting, it was dead serious throughout, there was little to lighten the atmosphere to give relief from the heavy tension. Alas, their talents are often lost in the murky abyss of poor illumination.

    Some viewers may find its labyrinthine plot and dimly lit aesthetics intriguing, while others will yearn for a brighter cinematic experience. Proceed with caution and bring a flashlight.

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      • February 7, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
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      • Adventus Films
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