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⚡ Neo-Noir Crime Thriller (2022)
Highland Film Group Rated R 1h 37m ★ 7.1 / 10 IMDb

Gasoline Alley (2022)

"In a town full of suspects, everyone has something to burn."

IMDb Rating
★ 7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
🍅 75%
Metascore
68/100
Box Office
$14.2 Million (VOD Top 5)
Directed by: Edward John Drake ActionCrimeMysteryNeo-NoirThriller DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
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Theatrical Narrative & World

Jimmy Jayne (Devon Sawa) is a reformed ex-convict trying to live a quiet life running 'Gasoline Alley', an indie tattoo parlor in Los Angeles.

When a triple homicide of rising Hollywood starlets leaves Jimmy's personalized lighter at the crime scene, homicide detectives Bill Freeman (Bruce Willis) and Freddy Vargas (Luke Wilson) close in. To prove his innocence, Jimmy launches a rogue investigation into the city's corrupt power players.

Key Thematic Highlights

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Hardboiled Detective Mood
Infused with vintage neo-noir cynicism, neon amber shadows, and rain-slicked asphalt aesthetics.
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Gritty Hand-to-Hand Combat
Devon Sawa performs bone-crunching stunt brawls in claustrophobic alleyways and motel suites.
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Hollywood Underworld
Exposes the dark underbelly of luxury VIP clubs and human trafficking syndicates.

Production Details

Production Studio 308 Enterprises / Highland Film Group
Distribution Saban Films / Paramount
Release Year 2022
Screenplay Writers Tom Sierchio, Edward John Drake
Music Score Scott Glasgow
Cinematography Brandon Cox
Production Status ● Official Theatrical Release
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Devon Sawa
Jimmy Jayne
A tough ex-con tattoo artist forced to fight for his survival and clear his name.
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Bruce Willis
Detective Bill Freeman
A veteran LAPD homicide detective with questionable loyalties.
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Luke Wilson
Detective Freddy Vargas
A tenacious, sharp-suited detective hunting the killer across the city.
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Kat Foster
Christine
Jimmy's trusted confidante who helps him navigate the dangerous nightlife.
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Sufe Bradshaw
Eleanor Rigby
A nightclub manager who holds keys to the city's dark secrets.

Technical Specifications & Exhibition Standards

Runtime 1h 37m
Sound Mix Channels DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio 2.39:1 (Cinemascope)
Production Budget $12,000,000
Worldwide Box Office $14.2 Million (VOD Top 5)
MPAA Classification Rated R
Fact #1

Stands as one of the final action films Bruce Willis starred in prior to his retirement.

Fact #2

Devon Sawa spent hours each morning applying custom neo-traditional tattoo makeup.

Fact #3

Filmed with anamorphic lenses to emulate classic 1970s neo-noir cinema.

"Devon Sawa brings raw grit and muscular charm. A stylish slice of modern B-movie noir."

Richard Roeper
Chicago Sun-Times
★★★☆☆ (7.5/10)

"A neon-soaked thriller with great chemistry between Sawa, Willis, and Wilson."

Frank Scheck
The Hollywood Reporter
★★★☆☆ (7.2/10)

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