Nobody puts together an action sequence likeMichael Mann, the visionary director behindHeat,Thief, andMiami Vice.
The Keepwas Mann’s second feature, released two years afterThief.
The film’s story also presents many opportunities for exciting death scenes that are instead mostly off-screen.
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Paramount initially requested a clean, two-hour cut of the film, which was shorter than Mann intended.
After the movie was finally scraped together, it was cut to pieces.
And this would prove a misstep, asThe Keepstill failed to connect with critics or audiences.
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It was a box office failure, a critical dud, and quickly fell into obscurity.
The movie is surprisingly watchable, but its flaws are undeniable.
DespiteThe Keep’s difficult production and unremarkable reception, the film has developed a slight following among fans.
So much so thatboutique label Vinegar Syndrome announced a restorationwith a stunning 4K box set in late 2024.
As unfinished as it may be,The Keephas still seen a resurgence as a minor cult classic.
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