These days the surprises are not often to the upside, but Shot Caller was an exception. Solid cast, great acting, top-notch writing and a plot that is both interesting and believable.
It's the first thing I've seen by this director and I do plan to look at what else he's done.
The scenes jump back and forth through time: before & after prison, and in prison. The prison scenes are sterilized but better than most. The only letdown is the last 20 minutes or so it turns more predictable and formulaic.
I have to add, they didn't do themselves any favors with this title. After watching this "Shot Caller" seems strange and way off.
Overall it's a good one. I'd recommend it.
It's the first thing I've seen by this director and I do plan to look at what else he's done.
The scenes jump back and forth through time: before & after prison, and in prison. The prison scenes are sterilized but better than most. The only letdown is the last 20 minutes or so it turns more predictable and formulaic.
I have to add, they didn't do themselves any favors with this title. After watching this "Shot Caller" seems strange and way off.
Overall it's a good one. I'd recommend it.