Thriller,Drama
United States of America
CONFLICTED is a crime drama film directed by AK Reed and produced by Buffalo-based record label and multimedia collective Griselda Records. The movie follows the story of Hunter, a young man who returns to his hometown in Buffalo after serving a prison sentence for a crime he did not commit. Hunter is determined to turn his life around and start anew, but his criminal past continues to haunt him.
As he struggles to find a job and stay out of trouble, Hunter is pulled back into the dangerous world of crime by his former mentor, King, and his ruthless gang. King offers Hunter a chance to make some quick money by participating in a drug deal, but Hunter hesitates at first, knowing the risks involved.
Things get complicated when Hunter's half-brother, JJ, who is also a member of King's gang, is arrested and faces serious charges. Hunter is torn between his loyalty to his brother and his desire to make a clean break from his criminal past.
The film features an impressive cast, including Benny the Butcher, J Holiday, Westside Gunn, Adiyon Dashalon, Deuce King, and Michael Rapaport, who plays a small but pivotal role as a cop in a crucial scene.
CONFLICTED is a gritty and violent crime drama that explores themes of family, loyalty, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. The film was released on digital platforms in February 2021 and has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
