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- Mike Martins9 juni 2025⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A Gritty Urban Thriller with a Sharp Edge" Broken City delivers a gripping and fast-paced journey into the world of political corruption, urban justice, and personal redemption — all without leaning on tired clichés. Mark Wahlberg leads with intensity and conviction, bringing a street-smart sharpness to his role that keeps the viewer locked in. Russell Crowe and Catherine Zeta-Jones round out a stellar cast, giving the film real dramatic weight and emotional tension. Their chemistry and conflict elevate the stakes and add depth to every scene. What truly sets Broken City apart is its atmosphere. Shot on location in New York City, the film captures the gritty, cold, and authentic tone of a metropolis buried under layers of power plays and secrets. While it's marketed as a straightforward thriller, there's a deeper exploration of personal ethics and loyalty under pressure. 🎬 Fun Fact: What most people don’t know is that this film marked the directorial debut of Allen Hughes as a solo director, best known as one half of the Hughes Brothers (Menace II Society, From Hell). This solo project allowed him to bring a more intimate, character-driven approach to the crime drama genre, and you can feel that stylistic shift throughout the film’s visual storytelling and pacing. In a sea of over-the-top action flicks, Broken City stands out for its grounded realism, tight performances, and moral complexity. A must-watch for fans of urban political thrillers.
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Broken City was released on 18 januari 2013.
Broken City was directed by Allen Hughes.
Broken City has a runtime of 1 u, 49 m.
Broken City was produced by Teddy Schwarzman, Randall Emmett, Mark Wahlberg, Stephen Levinson, Arnon Milchan, Remington Chase, Allen Hughes.
De zaken gaan niet goed voor ex-politieagent Billy Taggert (Mark Wahlberg). Dan wordt hij ingehuurd door de burgemeester van New York (Russell Crowe) om uit te zoeken of zijn vrouw (Catherine Zeta-Jones) hem ontrouw is. Wanneer haar minnaar echter dood wordt aantroffen, is dit het begin van een politiek en financieel web van samenzweringen, leugens en bruut geweld.
The key characters in Broken City are Billy Taggart (Mark Wahlberg), Nicholas Hostetler (Russell Crowe), Cathleen Hostetler (Catherine Zeta-Jones).
Broken City is rated 16.
Broken City is a Drama, Thriller, Misdaad film.
Broken City has an audience rating of 4 out of 10.
Broken City had a budget of US$ 56 mln..
Broken City has made US$ 34,7 mln. at the box office.