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Doublecross
In the remake of DOUBLECROSS, Tina Krause stars as a spoiled little rich girl whose father refuses to give her any more money. She decides to make it appear she’s been kidnapped so that her rich father will pay the ransom and she’ll get the money she wants. But her stepmother (Debbie D) learns of her plot and sees a way to get even for her stepdaughter’s previous behavior. Debbie forces Tina to strip, ties her up, and puts a dog collar around her neck to keep her in line. Then when Tina tries to escape, Debbie forces her to put the dog’s favorite ball in her mouth and then it’s taped in place. But Debbie’s accomplice has his own plans and leaves both women tied back to back, completely naked, with the gas turned on!
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Plot Summary
A DEA agent goes undercover to infiltrate a dangerous drug cartel and expose their operations. As he gets deeper into the organization, he finds himself in increasingly perilous situations, facing double-crosses and betrayals from unexpected quarters. His mission becomes a race against time to survive and bring down the kingpins before he becomes their next victim.
Critical Reception
Doublecross received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, often criticized for its generic plot and predictable action sequences. While some appreciated the effort to deliver a straightforward crime thriller, many found it lacked originality and depth.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a formulaic plot that offers few surprises.
Action sequences are serviceable but uninspired.
Performances are generally adequate but do little to elevate the material.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in South Africa, utilizing its diverse landscapes to stand in for various international locations.
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