Asphalt City (2023)
Felt authentic
15 April 2024
Didn't know anything about this. Pretty chaotic start with high tension. The shaky camera work and heavy breathing added to that. Shocked to see Mike Tyson.

The movie did feel real. It didn't appear forced to make it more engaging; rather, it simply depicted the day-to-day life of a paramedic. While it may not be the most memorable, I appreciated its realism. Throughout the film, various elements are introduced to the plot, including events outside of work life, particularly in the first half. But really it all revolved around work.

It's like a buddy cop movie, but with paramedics. We witness tough decisions, patient losses, workplace tensions, and personal relationship dynamics. At times, it's quite graphic. The movie does pretty well at effectively portraying how the job can affect one's mental well-being.

I'm curious about the symbolism behind the wings-both the painting and the jacket. It started feeling quite lengthy, especially in the third act. Despite being super loud, the soundtrack does a pretty good job of building a tense atmosphere.
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