Toxic Impulses

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Dan H @RT11345891 Sep 24, 2024 Toxic Impulses kicks off with a stylish opening credit sequence, immediately setting the tone for a neo-noir thrill ride. The film follows disgraced ex-police officer turned gumshoe, Mosley (played by Benedikt Sebastian), who is recruited by a troubled femme fatale, Zamira (Olivia Buckle), seeking protection from the sadistic thug Boyd (Robert Ackerman Moss). As Mosley becomes entangled in Zamira's web of deceit, he’s pulled into a whirlwind of deception, including a series of high-stakes bank robberies. Of course, in true noir fashion, nothing about Zamira is as straightforward as it seems. Part detective story, part teasing romance, Toxic Impulses is a dark, suspenseful film with shades of Philip Marlowe-style noir. Despite its micro-budget, the film impresses with its sharp photography, polished editing, and clever use of montages set against a moody and dramatic score. Shot in present-day Los Angeles, Toxic Impulses delivers an atmospheric tale that captures the gritty essence of classic noir, skillfully adapted for modern times. If you're a fan of the genre, this indie gem is definitely worth the watch. See more Ruby C @RT05932793 Sep 22, 2024 Toxic Impulses is worth a watch. Great sound track, great editing, and full of suspense. One unexpected turn after another. If you're looking for an entertaining and fun indie film with a bit of noir, this is it. The gorgeous shots of LA and the LA skyline are an added bonus. We follow ex-cop turned private detective as he tries to help bank robber Zemira, whom he finds out later is bank robber, stop her blackmailer. But she is too entangled with a sociopath killer who has her backed in a corner... or is she the sociopath? See more Alec C @RT99326505 Jun 8, 2024 Moseley’s an ex-cop turned private eye, navigating the treacherous streets of L.A. He doesn’t have much going for him, other than a thoughtful neighbor named Liz, and her faithful pooch. When Zemira shows up at his door looking to hire him, he isn’t in any position to turn her down. She’s trouble—Mosely knows it, Liz knows it, but he just can’t say no to her. She turns out to be more than trouble, taking down bank scores for a wiseguy boss who’s even worse. Before Mosely can even fathom how fast the water’s rising, he’s already circling the drain. Toxic Impulses is a thriller with heart. It features morally bankrupt characters in lust with fast money, but is not without a flicker of rising human compassion. See more Jerome V @Jeromevalverde Feb 10, 2024 Low-budget noir/thriller set in modern-day Los Angeles. Hero Peter Mosley (Benedikt Sebastian) falls for girl-next-door femme fatale Zemira (the talented Olivia Buckle). Mosley lacks the smarts to grasp that Zemira may be using him. The main plot revolves around a series of high-stakes bank heists that a team is executing. Our girl is caught in the middle of things. Elements of crime, deceit, murder, secret addictions, cash. A lot of bad-guy thugs with guns. The lead guy isn't too smart -- but that's often a key element in a good noir film. See more Anne-Laure M @RT41078239 Oct 1, 2023 Very impressive film for an independent movie. Particularly the soundtrack, which blew me away from start to finish with its effectiveness - the music is catchy when it needs to be. The cinematography is also very good, and the editing perfect in my opinion. The acting is also commendable, especially Benedikt Sebastien (Mosley), Olivia Buckle (Zemira), Helene Udy (Liz) and Sara Elizabeth Ryan (Keisha). I confess that the story didn't transcend me, but the technical quality is there. The positive note at the end stands out from the rest of the story, but I think it does a lot of good. See more Nicola R @RT01202789 May 26, 2023 My hat is off to the team behind Toxic Impulses for their excellent work on this film. "Toxic Impulses" is well written and cast, beautifully shot and skillfully edited. Director Kyle Schadt has done a great job of creating a noir ambiance. The actors all turn in excellent performances as well. In addition, it is so nice to see that an indie thriller can be made on a budget and this should serve as an excellent guide to indie filmmakers who want to do the same. Kudos to the team for making a great product and keeping their audience on their toes into the bargain. Definitely recommend this film. See more Read all reviews

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