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What Doesn't Kill You 2008

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Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Director
Brian Goodman
Network
Yari Film Group
Where to Stream
fuboTV
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a 150-190 word factual overview of the film "What Doesn't Kill You" (2008).

Type
Film
Year
2008
Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Release date
Dec 12, 2008
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Yari Film Group
Revenue
$44,872
Genres
Action, Crime, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 237 votes
Episode runtime
~100 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Yari Film Group
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a 150-190 word factual overview of the film "What Doesn't Kill You" (2008).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventing/guessing (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: What Doesn't Kill You
Year: 2008
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama (Source 1); American crime drama (Source 2).
Release Date: 12/12/2008 (US) (Source 1/6).
Runtime: 1h 40m (Source 1).
Rating: R (Source 1).
Plot: Two childhood friends from South Boston turn to crime to get by, causing strain in their personal lives and friendship (Source 1/3/5/6).
Basis: Loosely based on the true life story of director Brian Goodman, detailing his exploits with South Boston's Irish Mob (Source 2).
Cast: Ethan Hawke and Mark Ruffalo (Source 2).
Premiere: 2008 Toronto International Film Festival (Source 2).
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“A gripping exploration of action and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is What Doesn't Kill You worth watching?

What Doesn't Kill You holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 237 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Crime for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie What Doesn't Kill You and when was it released?

What Doesn't Kill You is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.

Who directed What Doesn't Kill You?

What Doesn't Kill You was directed by Brian Goodman.

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