Shot Caller
A newly-released prison gangster is forced by the leaders of his gang to orchestrate a major crime with a brutal rival gang on the streets of Southern California.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
121 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A newly-released prison gangster is forced by the leaders of his gang to orchestrate a major crime with a brutal rival gang on the streets of Southern California.
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Shot Caller 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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