Quartile rating: 5.5/10 · 1 rating
When an unknown military force invades Bushwick, a Brooklyn neighborhood, young student Lucy and war veteran Stupe must rely on each other to escape and survive.
Bushwick is best known for its ambitious near-continuous long-take cinematography, which gives the film a visceral, immersive quality that genuinely stands out among low-budget action thrillers. The premise of a civil war-style invasion of a Brooklyn neighborhood is intriguing but underexplored — the plot is thin and characters are thinly sketched beyond the central duo. Dave Bautista delivers a grounded, surprisingly affecting performance that elevates the material. The ending feels abrupt and unsatisfying, undermining the tension built throughout. While the long-take gimmick is impressive, the overall conception doesn't fully capitalize on its provocative premise.