Keanu

Keanu

Year: 2016

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Peter Atencio

ActionComedy

Two cousins, Clarence and Rell, find themselves unexpectedly embroiled in a dangerous situation when their kitten, Keanu, is stolen. To rescue their beloved pet, they adopt the identities of intimidating gangsters, plunging them into a chaotic underworld. Their mission to retrieve Keanu escalates into a full-blown street war, forcing them to confront unexpected challenges and test their newfound personas in a hilarious action-comedy.

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1

Assassination at the Drug Facility

Smoke and Oil Dresden, known as the 'Allentown Boys,' launch a brutal attack on a Mexican cartel's drug-processing plant. They eliminate King Diaz and everyone present, marking the beginning of their chaotic escapade.

Mexican Cartel Facility
2

Iglesias Escapes

Amidst the chaos of the assault, the assassins capture Diaz's cat, Iglesias. As police arrive on the scene, Iglesias takes advantage of the distraction and manages to slip away, setting off a chain of events.

Mexican Cartel Facility
3

Rell's Breakup

Rell, devastated by a recent breakup, finds himself in a low point until he discovers Iglesias on his porch. He bonds instantly with the cat, naming him Keanu, which begins to lift his spirits.

Rell's Home
4

Clarence Joins Rell

Clarence, Rell's supportive cousin, visits to cheer him up and soon meets Keanu. Their resemblance to the Allentown Boys becomes apparent, setting the stage for their adventurous misadventure.

Rell's Home
5

Movie Night with Clarence

With his cousin's wife and daughter away, Clarence finds solace in Rell's company. They bond further over a Liam Neeson movie, lightening the mood amidst the ongoing chaos triggered by the cartel.

Movie Theater
6

Keanu Goes Missing

Returning home one evening, Rell discovers his apartment ransacked and Keanu gone. Distraught, he drags Clarence along to confront their weed dealer, Hulka, seeking answers.

Rell's Home
7

Hulka's Revelation

At Hulka's place, they learn that the 17th St. Blips gang is likely behind their troubles. Hulka directs them to a downtown strip club where they could find leads to retrieve Keanu.

Hulka's Place
8

The Gangsta Alter Egos

To infiltrate the Blips and reclaim Keanu, Rell and Clarence adopt the personas of 'Tectonic' and 'Shark Tank.' They encounter Hi-C, who is initially skeptical but ultimately aids them.

Strip Club
9

Mistaken Identity

Cheddar, the Blips' leader, mistakenly takes Rell and Clarence for the real Allentown Boys. Holding Keanu, now named New Jack, hostage, they force the duo to assist in a drug deal.

Blips' Hideout
10

The Drug Deal Goes Wrong

During the chaotic drug sale, they find themselves caught in a deadly confrontation, leading to several unexpected deaths, thanks to Hi-C's explosive moves. The tension escalates as their identities begin to unravel.

Drug Deal Location
11

Captivity and Escape

After being captured by the actual Allentown Boys, Rell and Clarence face dire straits. In a dramatic turn, Keanu aids them in breaking free, allowing them to regain control and eliminate their captors.

Allentown Boys' Hideout
12

Gang Conflict

The duo's troubles continue as they confront the Blips, who catch onto their deception. Forced to meet with the Mexican drug cartel, they find themselves in a perilous situation that escalates into a gunfight.

Cartel Meeting Location
13

The Climactic Showdown

During a fierce gunfight that leaves Rell and Clarence in grave danger, the situation intensifies. They engage in a wild car chase that leads to an absurdly humorous crash involving several chaotic encounters.

14

Hi-C's True Identity Revealed

In a twist, Hi-C reveals herself as an undercover officer confronting the gang. She deftly unravels the mess, asserting her authority amidst the madness that Rell and Clarence have plunged into.

15

Reflection Behind Bars

Six months later, while serving their sentences, Rell and Clarence reflect on their wild journey and newfound respect among fellow inmates, including some disbanded Blips. Hi-C delivers bittersweet news about Keanu's unusual condition.

Prison
16

A Comedic Post-Credits Scene

In a humorous end-credit scene, the Allentown Boys reveal they're alive and have sinister plans ahead. This hints at yet another wave of chaotic escapades in their turbulent world.

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