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Gridlocked
A rising prospective attorney messes with a local brothel to uncover sexual abuse and stir’s up a hornet’s nest. As his wife dies under questionable circumstances he connects the dots. Whilst being suspected for murder himself, he has to vanish into the small town’s underground to investigate beyond the eyes of justice.
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Plot Summary
A former MMA fighter takes a security job at a high-tech training facility, only to find himself trapped inside during a ruthless mercenary invasion. He must fight his way through the dangerous intruders to protect the hostages and uncover the mercenaries' true motives. The facility's advanced security systems become both a tool and an obstacle in his desperate battle for survival.
Critical Reception
Gridlocked received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its action sequences and the performance of Stephen Lang, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking in originality. It is often seen as a straightforward, low-budget action flick that doesn't break new ground.
What Reviewers Say
Competent action sequences that occasionally rise above the material.
Stephen Lang delivers a solid performance, grounding the film.
Despite some effort, the plot is derivative and fails to offer surprises.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a 'seen it before' sentiment, with some appreciating the fight choreography but finding the story and character development to be uninspired.
Fun Fact
The film heavily features MMA fighting techniques, drawing on the lead actor Cody Hackman's background in martial arts.
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