Humaira Grant It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

Arianna Moses Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

Zandra The movie turns out to be a little better than the average. Starting from a romantic formula often seen in the cinema, it ends in the most predictable (and somewhat bland) way.

Zlatica One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

highwaytourist There is no doubt that director Aimee Lagos has talent and she may go on to bigger things. Some moments of this film are exciting and others are moving. The actors, though largely unknown, give capable performances. Based on a true story, this is a film about how four lives come together in a dangerous carjacking which spirals out of control, even for the perpetrators. The time sequence jumps back and forth and while it's easy enough to follow, it gets irritating. It's also filled with thoroughly unpleasant people and drops the f-bomb repeatedly, and although it's probably an accurate portrayal of the big city, it's hard to care too much even for the innocent victims. Besides the constant flashbacks and flash-forwards, the worst part of this film seems determined to wallow in squalor. There are also a lot of early scenes which contribute little to the central story and clutter the film. The last half hour of the film is the best, when the film no longer has flashbacks and flash-forwards. I was disappointed even though there were moments that were well-done and compelling.

mwilly60 I loved this film! The actors were AMAZING!! J. Michael Trautmann absolutely stole the show! My whole family hated Kevin, he was out of control!! I thought J. Michael really brought out Kevin's angst and stapled the fact that fear breeds anger and hate. I would have liked to see his end, though. The whole film we were geared to sympathize with every other character and despise Kevin and the gang members. I felt a bit cheated by having to learn of his death from Carly and Dre. Even a short shot of him laying shanked in the yard, something. I thought the pacing was excellent, too. The jumping back and forth throughout the day helped, but there was a briskness to the film that made those sinking moments really resonate. It was interesting to see Brittany Snow play this type of character, it suited her well. And Evan Ross was pretty good, too. But J. Michael's acting had me glued to the screen, you had no idea what he was gonna do next. My favorite little part, that made me smile was when he knocked the phone off before entering the gas station. And did he kill the clerk or not??! We all found an actor on the rise to keep on the look out for; I'm excited to see his next movie! Great job, J!!

dwightfrost This movie has no morality and is a message of the lowest denominator playing to the worst racial stereotypes possible. The main character of the plot is this kid who is supposedly trying to do the right thing, good grades etc. while caught up in a crime displays no backbone and yet is shown to be a sympathetic subject by this plot. This movie has the worst message of cowardliness and self-involvement never leading the viewer into something that would justify any of the violence other than childish thrills of what gang life is from the furthest of actual events even shown in a newspaper, altogether a complete waste of time leaving me only somewhat angry for the experience and I can only condemn this movie in the most strongest manner that comes to mind.

minneapolisraised This film is absolutely remarkable. The acting is elite, the soundtrack keeps you engaged even through those moments where you want to turn away. and the direction and script is beyond stellar. Brittany Snow gives a powerful performance and your heart screams for her character the entire time. Evan Ross balances a soulful excitement with a mixed toughness and his eyes never cease to keep you engaged. He definitely earned his Breakthrough Performance Award @ SXSW. Christian Serratos breaks out and shows you exactly how a serious bad day escalates into ultimate terror. J.Michael Trautmann is a G. Fact. And David Oyelowo commands the screen as Duane with a heart felt humility and real world understanding.Aimee Lagos has put together an instant classic, based on true events from East St. Louis and set in the beautiful city of Atlanta, GA. She takes you on a non linear ride that refuses to allow you the chance to get comfortable, while keeping your attention glued to the screen. Michael Fimognari shoots a beautiful film and as soon as he establishes a moment, they tear away to another plot point in the day between these 4 kids and the surrounding worlds each group inhabits.I recommend this film to anyone who enjoys a good film and is willing to allow the film to affect them beyond the visual and audio of the story. This film will grab you, shake you and leave you thinking hard on the different levels we all experience and deal with in our lives. An amazing and exceptional work.