Never released in theaters, this intimate drama starring Ryan Reynolds is available for free

Never released in theaters, this intimate drama starring Ryan Reynolds is available for free



Under Pressure with Ryan Reynolds is available for free

Every week, new cinematic content arrives on the France Télévisions streaming platform, including new movies. This is once again the case this week with the arrival of the feature film Under pressurenever released in French theaters, and brought to life by an excellent pair of actors: Ryan Reynolds and Ben Mendelsohn.

Released in 2015 in the United States, this film, directed by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, immerses us in the world of compulsive gamblers and betting. This drama explores the consequences of gambling addiction a road trip that leads its characters through the southern United States. The film, far from the big Hollywood productions, focuses on a more intimate and realistic approach.

The plot follows Gerry (Ben Mendelsohn), a middle-aged man struggling with his gambling addiction. During a poker game, he meets Curtis (Ryan Reynolds), a more carefree and charismatic man. Together they decide to cross the United States go to a big poker game in New Orleans, hoping that luck will finally smile on them. The film focuses on their journey and how each of the characters tries to solve their personal problems while trying to turn the tide of their lives.

Never been to the cinema

Despite a good cast, Under pressure has only had a limited theatrical release worldwide. In France it was only released on DVD in October 2016, after a screening at the Deauville American Film Festival. In 2015 it was presented at the prestigious Sundance Festival in the United States, where it was very well received. ON Rotten tomatoesThe film has an excellent positive review average of 91%, but a much lower viewer rating of 55%.

To view it for free on the site France.TV All you have to do is sign up and you’re good to go.

Source: Cine Serie

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