The Doorman
The Doorman

The Doorman

1999Movie92 minGreek

A former soldier gets a job as a bouncer at a club in Los Angeles.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes18%
Metacritic30/100
Google Users38%
Director: Ryūhei KitamuraGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A former Marine turned building supervisor must protect her charges when mercenaries seize her apartment complex. She uses her combat skills to fight back against the invaders and save the residents. The situation escalates as she confronts the leader of the mercenary group.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who criticized its generic plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired action sequences. While some acknowledged the efforts of the lead actors, the overall consensus was that The Doorman failed to deliver a compelling or original viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The action sequences are uninspired and repetitive.
  • The plot is predictable and lacks originality.
  • Characters are underdeveloped and fail to engage the audience.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some appreciated the attempt at an action-thriller, many found the film to be forgettable and poorly executed. Common complaints include a lack of tension and a derivative storyline.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Budapest, Hungary, utilizing its urban landscapes to create the setting for the besieged apartment building.

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