Quicksand (2003)

Martin Raikes, an American bank investigator, is sent to Monaco to examine the suspicious financial activities of a movie production. He plans to visit his daughter in London after this business trip. In Monaco, Martin meets Lela Forin, the CFO of the film company, who introduces him to Jake Mellows, a once-famous action star. Martin quickly senses corruption within the production, spearheaded by Russian mafia bankrollers led by Oleg Butraskaya. Rejecting a large bribe and digging too deep, Martin finds himself framed for an assassination attempt and is pursued by both the mafia and law enforcement under false charges. The story unfolds as Martin, with the help of Lela and eventually Jake, works to expose Oleg’s criminal operations, including illegal pornography, kidnapping, and money laundering, all while trying to protect those he cares about from becoming collateral damage.

You can watch Quicksand on Prime Video in Canada.

Length: 1h 35m
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller
This Title is: Intense, Suspenseful

Cast

• Michael Keaton
• Michael Caine
• Judith Godrèche
• Rade Šerbedžija

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R

Intense sequences of action/violence, and brief strong language

Trivia

• Released directly to video in multiple countries throughout 2003 and 2004.
• Filmed in South France between December 2000 and January 2001.
• Originally set for a 2002 release but eventually premiered in 2003.

Trailer

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Quicksand offers a gripping narrative with strong performances, especially from Keaton and Caine, which elevates the somewhat predictable plot. The film’s pacing and tension are well maintained, making it a satisfactory watch for fans of crime thrillers. While it might not break new ground in the genre, it delivers enough intrigue and action to keep viewers engaged. The production values are decent for a direct-to-video release, and the Monaco setting adds an appealing backdrop to the story’s unfolding drama.