Twelve

In the glossy corridors of Manhattan’s Upper East Side, a world of inherited affluence meets the hidden currents of desperation. The story begins when a violent act against a young man shatters the complacent rhythm of four closely‑linked families. Brought together in a single, stark room, they are forced to confront questions of accountability, loyalty, and the ambiguous line between justice and vengeance. The film watches this uneasy gathering unfold, letting the weight of unspoken histories linger in every breath.

At the centre of the tension is Mike, a once‑privileged teen now navigating a precarious existence on the edge of the city’s underworld. His confidante Molly remains unaware of the choices that tether him to danger, while his supplier Lionel operates in the shadows that bind their social circle together. Charlie, Mike’s cousin, and Hunter, a close friend, add further layers of familial obligation and misunderstanding. Across the same neighborhood, the youthful energy of Chris and his sister Sara fuels a series of lavish gatherings where peers such as Jessica and the brooding Claude drift between celebration and unease.

The atmosphere is a blend of sleek Manhattan glamour and an undercurrent of restless anxiety, each scene humming with the unspoken tensions of privilege and survival. As secrets begin to surface, the characters are drawn into a fragile dance of confession and denial, testing the bonds that have held their community together. The film’s tone stays razor‑sharp, inviting the audience to weigh the moral complexities alongside the characters, and to wonder how far the search for redemption can stretch before the delicate equilibrium finally cracks.

Last Updated: August 10, 2025 at 08:26