reckless … out of control … pure evil.|Jan. 21, 2022|39 Min.
Genre: Documentary;Horror
Description: The Runner 2022 is a gripping American crime drama featuring Elisabeth Röhm, acclaimed at the London Independent Film Festival. The film centers on a mother and son locked in a tense confrontation.
In this narrative, our assumptions about drug-themed movies are challenged as the story breaks away from clichés. Director Michelle Danner crafts a unique tale of an underdog whose aspirations crumble due to betrayal within his own family. Elisabeth Röhm portrays Miranda Albers, a fearless parent caught in a heart-wrenching situation.
The plot follows Albers’ son, Aiden, a troubled teenager arrested for drug possession. Forced to go undercover by the police, Aiden must help bring down a dangerous drug lord. The film begins with the arrest that sets the story in motion, presenting Aiden with a difficult choice: face the consequences for his actions or assist Detective Wall in capturing a local drug kingpin. This choice also signifies a personal betrayal, as it is his mother who reported him to the authorities. Röhm delivers a powerful performance, portraying the torment of a parent who must grapple with the consequences of her actions.
The Runner 2022 explores themes of family, betrayal, and redemption, offering a fresh perspective on the crime drama genre.
Cast director: Boy Harsher
Cast actor: Kris Esfandiari, Sigrid Lauren, Cooper B. Handy
Original name: The Runner