Killer Instinct
An up and coming lawyer gets turned over for a case he'd been working on for a long while. The D.A.'s niece then decides to help the young lawyer by first blackmailing, then eventually plotting the murder of the D.A., all the while seducing the young attorney. It then becomes the attorney job to cover up the murder he believes he committed, while finding out the truth about the D.A.'s "niece".
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Plot Summary
A ruthless killer is on the loose, leaving a trail of bodies across the city. Detective Jack Skagen is assigned to the case and soon realizes that the killer's methods are disturbingly similar to those of a notorious criminal he put away years ago. As the body count rises, Skagen must confront his past and race against time to stop the killer before they strike again.
Critical Reception
Killer Instinct is a low-budget action thriller that received generally negative reviews from critics, often criticized for its predictable plot and subpar acting. However, it found a modest following among fans of direct-to-video action films of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Often criticized for its formulaic plot and uninspired direction.
- Acting is generally considered weak, with performances failing to elevate the material.
- The action sequences, while present, are rarely engaging or well-executed.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Killer Instinct are scarce, but those available suggest a film that fails to impress. Viewers often cite a lack of originality and poor production values as major drawbacks.
Fun Fact
Michael Dudikoff, known for his roles in American Ninja films, stars in this movie which was released during his period of popularity in the action genre.
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