Sweet Girl

Vengeance-driven thriller featuring a grieving husband

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About Sweet Girl

Released: 2021

Platform: Netflix

Rating: R

Run time: 1h 50m

Cast
Jason Momoa, Isabela Merced, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Amy Brenneman, Adria Arjona, Raza Jaffrey, Justin Bartha, Lex Scott Davis, Michael Raymond-James

About Sweet Girl

Sweet Girl (2021) is an action thriller film that follows the story of a man seeking justice for his wife's death while protecting his daughter from the dangerous forces trying to stop him. The movie explores themes of vengeance, family, and betrayal, providing audiences with intense action sequences and emotional moments.

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About

The plot revolves around Ray Cooper, played by Jason Momoa, who sets out on a path of vengeance after his wife, Amanda, dies due to lack of access to an experimental drug. Ray's main goal is to unveil the corrupt pharmaceutical company responsible for withholding the drug, while also protecting his daughter Rachel, played by Isabela Merced, from danger.

As Ray delves deeper into the conspiracy, he is faced with challenging choices that test his morality and will to seek justice. The film features gripping action sequences, suspenseful moments, and a thrilling storyline that keeps viewers engaged until the final climax.

Making / Production

Sweet Girl was directed by Brian Andrew Mendoza and written by Gregg Hurwitz and Philip Eisner. The film was produced by Netflix Films and premiered exclusively on the platform in 2021. The production team worked meticulously to bring the intense action sequences and emotional depth of the story to life.

Actors

  • Jason Momoa as Ray Cooper - Momoa delivers a powerful performance as the protagonist seeking justice for his wife.
  • Isabela Merced as Rachel Cooper - Merced portrays the daughter caught in the middle of the dangerous conspiracy, showcasing her range as an actress.
  • Manuel Garcia-Rulfo as Amos Santos - Garcia-Rulfo plays a pivotal role in the movie as a key player in the unfolding events.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Jason Momoa underwent intense physical training for his role in Sweet Girl to perform the demanding action sequences.
  • Isabela Merced, known for her roles in family-friendly films, embraced a darker and grittier character portrayal in the movie.