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Narc (2002)

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Reviews Counted:152

Fresh:126

Rotten:26

Average Rating:7.1/10

Consensus: Jason Patric and Ray Liotta are electrifying in this gritty, if a little too familiar, cop drama.

Rated: R [See Full Rating] for strong brutal violence, drug content and pervasive language

Runtime: 1 hr 47 mins

Genre: Dramas

Theatrical Release:Jan 10, 2003 Wide

Box Office: $10,237,964

Synopsis: In homage to such classic films as "The French Connection" and "Serpico," writer/director Joe Carnahan's "Narc" explores the dark underbelly of the drug world with a compelling story about the... In homage to such classic films as "The French Connection" and "Serpico," writer/director Joe Carnahan's "Narc" explores the dark underbelly of the drug world with a compelling story about the intense psyche behind those individuals called "narcs," undercover officers who put themselves on the front lines of the war against drugs. Chipping away at the number of dealers on the streets, these brave men and women leave their loved ones behind each day as they throw themselves into the brutal world of drug abuse for one purpose only…to end it.

"Narc" tells the story of suspended undercover narcotics officer, Nick Tellis (Jason Patric), who is reluctantly drawn back onto the force to find the truth behind the murder of a young police officer killed in the line of duty. He is teamed with Henry Oak (Ray Liotta), the slain officer's partner, a rogue cop who will stop at nothing to avenge his friend's death. As Tellis and Oak unravel the case, the dark underbelly of the narcotics world reveals itself in surprising ways that are more twisted than either officer has seen before…and the mystery that slowly reveals itself threatens to destroy them both.

Nominated for the Dramatic Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah and winner of the Special Prize Policier Award at the Cognac Film Festival in France, "Narc" is written and directed by an innovative new voice in filmmaking, Joe Carnahan ("Blood, Guts, Bullets and Octane"). The film stars Jason Patric ("Your Friends & Neighbors," "Rush") and Ray Liotta ("Hannibal," "Goodfellas"). An intense adrenaline rush from the first heart-stopping chase scene to the stunning dramatic climax, this taut police thriller also features rap artist Busta Rhymes ("Finding Forester," "Shaft") and Chi McBride ("Undercover Brother"). [More]

Starring: Ray Liotta, Jason Patric, Busta Rhymes, Richard Chevolleau

Starring: Ray Liotta, Jason Patric, Busta Rhymes, Richard Chevolleau, Chi McBride, John Ortiz, Anne Openshaw, Alan Van Sprang, Tom Cruise

Director: Joe Carnahan

Director: Joe Carnahan
Screenwriter: Joe Carnahan
Producer: Ray Liotta
Composer: Cliff Martinez
Studio: Paramount Pictures

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DVD Features:

Audio:

  • Dubbed - French
  • Subtitles - English, Spanish

Additional Release Material:

Featurette:

  • 1. The Friedkin Connection

Audio Commentary:

  • 1. Commentary by writer/director Joe Carnahan and editor John Gilroy

Trailers:

  • 1. Theatrical Trailer
 
 
 
 

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Full Review Source: Cinema Crazed | comment Comment
04/29/09
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Cinema Crazed

The stylish conviction of Carnahan and his never-better leads make this familiar yarn worth caring about.

Full Review Source: TheMovieReport.com | comment Comment
02/18/09
Michael Dequina
Michael Dequina
TheMovieReport.com

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Full Review Source: Decent Films Guide | comment Comment
10/29/08
Steven D. Greydanus
Steven D. Greydanus
Decent Films Guide
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Full Review Source: Urban Cinefile | comment Comment
10/18/08
Urban Cinefile Critics
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Urban Cinefile

As a director Carnahan definitely has the goods... Unfortunately the script is your basic renegade-cop narrative, with the usual hoo-ha about justice versus the law.

Full Review Source: Chicago Reader | comment Comment
04/09/08
J. R. Jones
J. R. Jones
Chicago Reader
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Carnahan shows flair and confidence.

Full Review Source: Observer [UK] | comment Comment
04/09/08
Philip French
Philip French
Observer [UK]

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Full Review Source: Big Picture Big Sound | comment Comment
12/27/07
Joe Lozito
Joe Lozito
Big Picture Big Sound

If Carnahan keeps wrenching this material back an inch or two from cliché, it's only an inch or two.

Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
01/26/06
Time Out

For a picture that's billed as fresh and bracing, this is a pretty formulaic scheme, which Carnahan attempts to jolt into life through jittery direction.

Full Review Source: Nation | comment Comment
03/03/05
Stuart Klawans
Stuart Klawans
Nation

Narc est un film extrêmement conventionnel dans son histoire, mais brille dans sa réalisation, son atmosphère et son style.

Full Review Source: Panorama | comment Comment
02/25/05
Louis-Jérôme Cloutier
Louis-Jérôme Cloutier
Panorama

Sometimes it seems a director tries to pack in as much harsh footage as an R-rating will allow for its own sake. That itself is a violent act. The audience is the victim.

Full Review Source: Looking Closer | comment Comment
01/15/05
Jeffrey Overstreet
Jeffrey Overstreet
Looking Closer

This is a dark, depressing, excessively violent, profusely profane film, not for the squeamish or anyone who likes elevating entertainment.

Full Review Source: tonymedley.com | comment Comment
10/07/04
Tony Medley
Tony Medley
tonymedley.com

A showcase for two talented actors and [Joe] Carnahan's technical wizardry, Narc is welcome entry in a tired genre.

Full Review Source: Star-Democrat (Easton, MD) | comment Comment
01/06/04
Greg Maki
Greg Maki
Star-Democrat (Easton, MD)

It's a triumph of style over substance, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

Full Review Source: Las Vegas Weekly | comment Comment
09/06/03
Josh Bell
Josh Bell
Las Vegas Weekly

The director is helped in no small part by his leading men.

Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
08/31/03
Alan Morrison
Alan Morrison
Empire Magazine

'Una verdadera recomendación que lamentablemente duró muy poco en pantalla, por lo que no se la pueden perder en video'

Full Review Source: Moviola | comment Comment
07/04/03
Jorge Avila Andrade
Jorge Avila Andrade
Moviola

Carnahan isn’t breaking new ground, but he has administered an astoundingly visceral shot of adrenaline to the police-procedural genre.

Full Review Source: State Journal-Register (Springfield, IL) | comment Comment
06/26/03
Nick Rogers
Nick Rogers
State Journal-Register (Springfield, IL)

A chokehold of a movie, grabbing us but not ultimately engaging us.

Full Review Source: Hollywood Reporter | comment Comment
06/11/03
Duane Byrge
Duane Byrge
Hollywood Reporter
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As two of the most unlikeliest of partners, Liotta and Patric manage to be a perfect match. . .

Full Review Source: FilmStew.com | comment Comment
06/10/03
Susan Michals
Susan Michals
FilmStew.com

A câmera nervosa, a fotografia melancólica e as interpretações realistas de Liotta e Patric conferem a Narc uma intensidade que nada deixa a desejar com relação aos clássicos policiais dos anos 70.

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06/04/03
Pablo Villaca
Pablo Villaca
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May 03, 2007: Smokin' Joe Has Seen a "Sin City 2" Teaser
And by "Smokin' Joe" I mean Crazy Joe Carnahan, director of action flicks like "Narc" and "Smokin' Aces." Seems that Robert Rodriguez recently... More...

August 18, 2006: Trailer Bulletin: The Insane "Smokin' Aces"
Last week I was all set to share the all-new and seriously energetic trailer for Joe Carnahan's "Smokin' Aces," but the official site went bye-bye before I could... More...

October 14, 2005: Andy Garcia Joins Carnahan's "Smokin'" Ensemble
Variety brings word that Andy Garcia will climb aboard director Joe Carnahan's "Smokin' Aces," am action-comedy that's already packing some solid star power. More...

August 12, 2005: Carnahan Starts "Smokin'" for Universal
"Narc" director Joe Carnahan has been tapped by Universal to helm "Smokin' Aces," from his own screenplay. The action thriller is set to star Ryan Reynolds,... More...

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