STRAIGHT EDGE (2026)
Director: Joseph Graziano Jr.
Cast: Chris Lovejoy, Joe Graziano, Tony Stavola, Jackie McCarthy, Mike Taverna
Did you know? Despite its gritty crime thriller plot, *Straight Edge* was actually filmed using real former gang members as technical advisors to ensure the authenticity of the mob hierarchy and card game etiquette.
Why Watch: "STRAIGHT EDGE" is a gritty, pulse-pounding indie thriller that masterfully blends high-stakes heist tension with a raw, emotional core. Chris Lovejoy delivers a breakout performance as Matt, a man caught between a dead-end life and a desperate, dangerous gamble for love—making every scene feel like a ticking time bomb. If you crave character-driven crime cinema with authentic stakes and an unforgettable, street-level edge, this is your must-watch.
Tired of a life going nowhere, Matt (Chris Lovejoy) rallies his washed-up buddies to knock over the local mob’s poker game. With his crew’s street cred hanging by a thread, Denicio (Joe Graziano) gets the job of tracking down the three thieves and recovering the cash. Now Matt must decide whether to stick with his old ways or walk away clean for the woman he can’t lose.