This is a pretty good movie with a couple of twists that make it different from similar ones. The acting isn't great, but it's okay since it is getting the message out. The main thing that I have a problem with this movie about, and I have a lot of times with other movies about drug addicts, as I am a recovering addict, and my first round of you saying I got clean and was totally clean from alcohol and everything, never smoked cigarettes or anything else that wouldn't get me high, I relapsed and was out there again for 10 years and got clean again. After having major surgery last year, had no choice but to take pain pills, did okay at first, then start abusing them and then buying them on the street. I have continue to abuse off and on for the last year, but have been back on track for about a month now. The main thing that aggravated me about this movie is it made it seem like the girlfriend just tying up the female addict and seeming as if it was only one night or 24 hours is laughable. You will withdraw for more than 24 hours, but the physical part of it is just a tip of the iceberg. I wish that they would consult with real life addicts before they make these kinds of movies. The psychological part is the worst part because you have to change your total way of thinking, and isolation at rehab for at least 30 days, for most people it takes more than that if they don't have the strength enough to cut off the bad influences. And I'm not going to debate this issue, because I know it to be facts from personal experience and experience with other addicts, addiction is a disease that it can be managed and put into remission but you are sobriety has to be maintained. Anyone watching this movie with just think that you can tie someone up for 24 hours while they withdrawal and that's all it takes to withdraw and that the person is all fixed now is ridiculous not to mention misleading to those who already don't understand addiction. You are never totally fixed, nor cured, it's a daily battle.
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Not Bad for a Low Budget Over the Top Crime and Drugs Flick
Jakealope7 April 2024
I am suspicious when the other reviewers give a film a 1 or a 10. I am sure most of the 10s were connected with the movie and most of the 1s were slamming it for being over-the-top and cheap. It was an over-the-top and cheap movie but it had some charm and kept me amused. The spunky red headed female junkie turned avenger June Taylor was an OK character but over-the-top. She kicks her needle habit in like 3 days and then becomes raring for action. Tim Russ, the black Vulcan from Star Trek Voyager directed and played the head villain JD. The most over the top actor was Sheriff Corbin, Christian Kane, who was allegedly fighting the drug plague in his town but seemed questionable. Yeah he was massively over the top too.
The plot was convoluted and its various twists were kind of lame which showed its bad writing. June's old dealers kidnapped her brother which provided the story's motivation. The story had a lot of shoot outs where some of them made little sense. Add an improbable escape from almost certain death for our heroin-less heroine.
The movie was picked up by Amazon Freevee where I just watched it, which is hardly a home of good movies. But in spite of its inherent cheapness and melodrama, I still liked it.
The plot was convoluted and its various twists were kind of lame which showed its bad writing. June's old dealers kidnapped her brother which provided the story's motivation. The story had a lot of shoot outs where some of them made little sense. Add an improbable escape from almost certain death for our heroin-less heroine.
The movie was picked up by Amazon Freevee where I just watched it, which is hardly a home of good movies. But in spite of its inherent cheapness and melodrama, I still liked it.
Holy cow!
jhr201214 March 2020
This movie is nothing more than a second rate Lifetime movie, with horrible acting. Christian Kane is probably the worst actor I've ever seen; at least he was in this movie. The plot was predictable from the start; you know exactly who are the good guys and the bad guys.
Do NOT believe all the high ratings for this garbage. They are obviously fake.
I sure wish there was some way for IMDB to filter out these fake reviews.
90 minutes that I'll never get back.
andrewkl-721389 April 2020
Story line with potential, but ruined by stereotypes, dumb dialogue and poor acting. Within the first 20 minutes, I knew who the "bad guy" was.
I can only assume that all these 10/10 star ratings are shill posts. This film deserves nowhere NEAR 10 stars.
I can only assume that all these 10/10 star ratings are shill posts. This film deserves nowhere NEAR 10 stars.
Disappointed
sandramills-858565 October 2020
Love Christian Kane but found the movie boring and had no real substance and characters never really developed and fleshed out. A confess I only watched about 20 minutes or a little more. Felt like a b movie to me especially because of the audio quality.
Powerful!!! Anything in life is possible, with the right amount of heart.
megareelent11 April 2018
Powerful movie that keeps you engaged, anxious to see what's happening next!!! Anna rocked it, Christian Kane a powerhouse. Duval delivers a beautiful moment that facilitates the metamorphosis of June, Herman Wilkins shows some serious range, and the directorial mastering coupled with the powerful camera shots make this a dark, gritty, powerful film about a female over coming her oppressions in life. She is June, and she can do anything.
What did I just Watch?
colinshallcross23 May 2020
Watch this at your own peril, I like Christian Kane, BUT he must have needed the paycheck, and don't get me started on the shaky cam, and the plot? well it looked like they made it up as they went along, and as for those 10/10 ratings, they must have been written by the cast.
Miles to Go rocks!
jasonknittle-2584310 April 2018
No doubt a great movie!
jasonknittle-2584316 June 2018
Kaniac Forever
vholder-923573 December 2019
Sheer brilliance
pennyanne-508442 December 2019
Have only just watched this movie, after waiting what seemed like ages to be able to view it in Australia, it certainly did not disappoint, Christian Kane and James Duval were incredibly in their respective rolls, a most competent cast all up. Congratulations to the director and author for the story telling.
Can't wait for Subject Unknown.
Must See
cindyb-917051 December 2019
Shawnda Christiansen did an Amazing job putting together the perfect cast!
Based off true story this movie grabs you from the opening scene to it WOW finish!
Anna Easteden and Christian Kane along with the rest , were Outstanding!
ONE OF THE BEST MOVIE'S I'VE SEEN
maromom1 December 2019
Must See -- JUNKIE -- Highly Recommend
jimmiemary4 December 2019
Warning: Spoilers
Do judge a movie by its title!
Inspired by the true life story of the writer/producer Shawnda Christiansen, this story will keep you on the edge of you seat from beginning to end and leave you craving for more!
There are moments in this you don't see coming which makes this story so intriguing!
Anna Easteden presents a powerful performance as June Taylor, James Duval, is superb and the icing on the cake and the cherry on top, for me personally, is Christian Kane and does an outstanding job as Sheriff Corbin in this long awaited indie film.
Great movie!
amanhattan287 June 2020
Wow!! Just WOW!
cgarcia-042352 December 2019
This movie is slow to start out, but it keeps you gripped to the very end. And what an ending it was. Absolutely loved this film. There's no stronger love than that of siblings. Christian Kane was awesome as Sheriff Corbin. James Duval's part was portrayed excellently and Anna Easteden was great too.
Loved it!
stukeypaula7 December 2019
Junkie, Unexpected Twists Everywhere!!!
tranquilityentertainment12 February 2021
I have seen Junkie at LEAST 10 times!! I have it at home on DVD. This is a movie you can get addicted to watching. Christian Kane in a totally different role from his norm. Playing a corrupt sheriff.....but ...you can't tell if he's helping the his townsfolk or hurting them. He plays his role so CHARMINGLY...you just...can't tell. A DEFINITE MUST SEE!!! SUZE B.
Worth the Wait
aquariusgal-8288410 January 2020
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