On The Edge
On The Edge

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On The Edge

2023
Movie
22 min
Portuguese

Niara, a police officer about to retire, faces the dichotomies of a corrupt security system alongside the broken human relations around her.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Daniel T. SimonGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a former elite operative is framed for a crime he didn't commit, he must race against time and a relentless assassin to clear his name. He navigates a dangerous underworld, uncovering a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. With his life on the line, he must rely on his skills and a few unlikely allies to expose the truth and bring the real culprits to justice.

Critical Reception

On The Edge received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at its action sequences and Michael Jai White's performance. Some critics found the plot predictable, but it was generally considered an entertaining entry in the action genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense fight choreography and solid action set pieces.

  • Michael Jai White delivers a compelling performance as the wrongly accused hero.

  • Some viewers noted a formulaic plot structure common in the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for "On The Edge" was generally favorable, with viewers appreciating the high-octane action and martial arts sequences. Many found it a satisfying popcorn flick, though some wished for more originality in the storyline.

Fun Fact

Michael Jai White, known for his extensive martial arts background, performed many of his own stunts in the film.

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