Death Rumble
Death Rumble

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Death Rumble

2023
Movie
85 min
English

Six wrestlers on tour are redirected to a strange town and are forced to fight for their lives and perform as entertainment for the bloodthirsty townsfolk. This is no ordinary rumble...

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users70%
Director: S. Craig ZahlerGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of diverse individuals, each with their own reasons and skills, are mysteriously summoned to a remote, decaying prison. They are informed that they must compete in a deadly tournament, a 'death rumble,' for the amusement of an unseen benefactor. Survival depends on their ability to outwit and outfight each other in brutal contests that test their physical and mental limits. The last one standing will earn their freedom, but the true motives behind the deadly game are far more sinister than they initially appear.

Critical Reception

Death Rumble received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its unique blend of brutal action and dark humor, as well as S. Craig Zahler's distinctive directorial style. However, some found its excessive runtime and extreme violence to be a point of contention, leading to a polarizing viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylistic flair and committed performances.

  • Noted for its graphic violence and deliberately paced narrative.

  • Appreciated for its unconventional approach to the action genre.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with many appreciating the film's gritty atmosphere and unique premise, while others found the excessive gore and length to be off-putting. Fans of S. Craig Zahler's previous work generally responded more positively.

Fun Fact

The film's score was composed by the director himself, S. Craig Zahler, who is also a prolific musician and author.

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