Shaft 2000
“Still the man, any questions?”
What is Shaft?
Shaft is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 15, 2000
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions, New Deal Productions
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller
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Overview
Shaft is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions, New Deal Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Detective John Shaft faces a powerful killer who will stop at nothing to silence witnesses.”
- Intense cat-and-mouse chase between detective and a wealthy criminal
- Atmospheric New York backdrop adds tension
- Violent and mature content restricts younger audiences
Watch it if you enjoy gritty urban crime thrillers with a determined detective.
The film’s R rating indicates strong violence and adult themes, making it unsuitable for children.
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What is the main plot of Shaft (2000)?
The story follows NYPD detective John Shaft as he pursues Walter Wade Jr., a wealthy suspect in a racially motivated murder who tries to evade justice.
Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is New York police detective John Shaft.
What genre does the film belong to?
The film is classified as an action, adventure, crime, and thriller.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 39 minutes.
What is the film’s rating?
The film carries an R rating for strong violence and adult content.
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