Brick
A teenage loner pushes his way into the underworld of a high school crime ring to investigate the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend.
Release Year
2006
Runtime
110 min
Audience Score
6.8
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Crime
Story Snapshot
A teenage loner pushes his way into the underworld of a high school crime ring to investigate the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend.
Why This Page Helps
Brick is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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