Sharky's Machine
The Nickel Cinema117-119 Clerkenwell Road, London
Sat 10 Oct · 17:50
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A tough Atlanta vice detective becomes obsessed with bringing down a powerful pimp connected to a wider web of crime and corruption. As his investigation deepens, he pushes beyond the limits of the law, risking his career and safety in a relentless pursuit that pulls him further into danger. Less about flashy action than slow-burn obsession, the film settles into the rhythms of surveillance, stakeouts, and creeping paranoia. Its sense of place is key, capturing a city simmering beneath the surface, while the central performance anchors the story in a mix of weariness, fixation, and quiet intensity. Introduced by stalwart London cinemagoer, Steve Care as his birthday film selection!
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