Dead Man Running
A loan shark gives ex-con Nick a period of 24 hours in order to pay back the money he owes. Up against it, Nick involves his best mate on a multi-part mission in order to raise the cash before it's too late for them both
Release Year
2009
Runtime
92 min
Audience Score
5.8
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A loan shark gives ex-con Nick a period of 24 hours in order to pay back the money he owes. Up against it, Nick involves his best mate on a multi-part mission in order to raise the cash before it's too late for them both
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Dead Man Running is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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What tone does Dead Man Running have?
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