Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire manages to establish a deeply depressing atmosphere in “Asphalt City,” which is a difficult, intense experience likely to challenge many viewers. Adapted from Shannon Burke’s 2008 novel “Black Flies,” the movie portrays the harsh realities of New York City through the perspective of paramedics working amid the chaos and violence that exists beneath the surface of American urban life. The fil…

It's genuinely a film best suited for late-night screenings, even though it was actually shown at Cannes in 2022. You should prepare yourself accordingly; experiencing this will likely be more enjoyable if you’ve had a few drinks. I am eagerly anticipating the next installment: *Fruit Flies*. FADE OUT.