Dredd

Dredd

Plot

In a bleak, future world, the once-great nation of America lies in ruin. The landscape has been ravaged by decay, poverty, and oppression, leaving behind a dystopian wasteland where the strong prey on the weak and chaos reigns supreme. Amidst this desolate backdrop, a new menace emerges in the form of Ma-Ma, a ruthless and cunning prostitute-turned-drug pusher with a monopoly on the newest and most potent illicit substance to hit the streets. Ma-Ma's domain, known as Peach Trees, is a lawless hive of criminal activity, violence, and depravity. The residents of this wretched slum live in terror of Ma-Ma and her cohorts, who control the flow of this lethal new substance with an iron fist. As news of Peach Trees spreads, the citizens of the city flock to this notorious neighborhood, drawn by the promise of quick highs and fleeting escape from their own desperate lives. However, the rule of law still holds sway over this wretched city, and it's the duty of the Judges to enforce order. These elite law enforcers possess the ultimate authority, acting as judge, jury, and executioner all in one. With their advanced technological arsenal, including bulletproof LAW guns and virtually indestructible body armor, the Judges are the only force capable of taming the city's unrelenting savagery. At the pinnacle of the Judge hierarchy stands Dredd, a formidable and feared veteran of the badge. His unyielding dedication to justice is matched only by his unshakeable principle: to maintain order at any cost. With his piercing gaze and granite-hard resolve, Dredd embodies the ultimate enforcer of the law, striking fear into the hearts of his enemies. The stakes are raised when Dredd is assigned to investigate the growing hubbub surrounding Peach Trees. His mission is two-fold: to disrupt Ma-Ma's operations and put an end to her reign of terror. Dredd accepts this challenge, understanding that taking down a foe as formidable as Ma-Ma won't be easy. As he descends into the depths of Peach Trees, Dredd finds himself trapped in a labyrinthine wasteland of desperation. He soon realizes that Ma-Ma's empire has been methodically structured to entrap and subjugate her fellow citizens. Every corner of the city seems to lead to more brutal confrontations, as Dredd struggles to escape the treacherous maze and catch a glimpse of the elusive Ma-Ma. Meanwhile, Ma-Ma herself is a master manipulator. Behind the scenes of her wretched empire, she cultivates a tightly-knit network of informants, turncoats, and hired guns, working to eliminate any opposition and solidify her grip on Peach Trees. Her resolve is unwavering: no matter what lengths Dredd goes to in order to stop her, she will not let him take down her operations without a fight. In the midst of this deadly game of cat and mouse, Dredd finds himself paired with a young, aspiring Journalist, Anderson, who unwittingly inserts herself into the maelstrom. As the two navigate the dangers of Peach Trees together, they form an unlikely bond that might just give Dredd the edge he needs to crush Ma-Ma's operations once and for all. Though initially overwhelmed by the sheer force of Ma-Ma's control, Dredd remains resolute in his pursuit of justice. What unfolds is a battle of wills between this unyielding Judge and the power-hungry Ma-Ma, who is only interested in securing her place as the dominant force in the city. When the smoke finally clears, the repercussions of their confrontation will echo through the devastated cityscape, setting the stage for an unimaginable reckoning in the darkest corners of Peach Trees. In this dystopian vision of America, the final confrontation is more than a simple showdown between hero and villain. It's an existential crisis, one that sets the stage for a future where even the last remnants of law and order are deemed expendable in the relentless pursuit of human existence. Amidst the anarchy and despair, Dredd stands firm, his unwavering commitment to justice igniting a beacon of hope in a world that desperately needs it.

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Reviews

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Derek

It shamelessly borrows the story structure from "The Raid," imitates the Kowloon Walled City's architectural style for the "Ma-Ma's" lair, and throws in some blood, violence, and high-speed photography. It's quite the mixed bag, and while it's undeniably satisfying, it completely misses the mark on the crucial element of dystopia. And a quick shoutout: the blonde-haired Thirlby is an absolute knockout.

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6/17/2025, 12:25:23 PM
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Piper

Slow-motion amplifies the impact, this isn't just another intense building siege.

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6/17/2025, 6:53:57 AM
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Diego

The rookie's excuse about enhanced psychic abilities without the helmet? Yeah, sure. Probably just wanted to show off that pretty face throughout the whole damn movie.

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6/16/2025, 8:54:21 AM
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Maria

Okay, here's the translation: A weaponized Raid, this film focuses on a brutal firefight within a mega-block. It echoes the spirit of the older adaptation but with a smaller scale and more futuristic vibe, paradoxically making it truer to the source material. Expect an abundance of violent, bloody close-ups; the high-speed photography of flesh tearing apart and bullets piercing skulls is impactful. Karl Urban's perpetually grimacing Judge Dredd must have given him cramps. The standout performance, however, belongs to Olivia Thirlby's blonde rookie – a new icon.

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6/12/2025, 8:19:24 AM
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Margaret

A surprisingly great movie, hitting almost all the right notes for what I enjoy. If I had to nitpick, it would be these two things: the slow-motion scenes are agonizingly slow (even if they serve the plot), and the main villain is disappointingly weak. Lena Headey's commanding presence from "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles" is nowhere to be found.

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6/11/2025, 3:55:08 AM