Critical Mass
Critical Mass

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Critical Mass

2001
Movie
95 min
English

Jeffers works security at a nuclear power plant. The plant is being decommissioned, and a politician is touring the plant and videotaping his comments regarding the closing. A terrorist group led by Samson gets inside the gates, with their ultimate goal the detonation of a nuclear bomb inside the plant. After local policemen and the other plant workers are killed, Jeffers and Janine alone must confront and halt Samson and his terrorist squad. Written by Ken Miller

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Fred M. CarterGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A disgraced U.S. Senator is framed for the murder of his daughter and must go on the run to prove his innocence. Pursued by both the police and a ruthless assassin, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government. He enlists the help of a tough journalist to expose the truth before he is silenced permanently.

Critical Reception

Critical Mass received a largely negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and its action sequences uninspired. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to its quick departure from theaters. The film is generally considered a forgettable entry in the thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Too predictable and formulaic.

  • Lacks originality and excitement.

  • Performances are unconvincing.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available comments indicate dissatisfaction with the film's weak script and unengaging narrative. Many found it to be a low-budget thriller that failed to deliver on its premise.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film did not achieve any significant critical or commercial success, hence its 'critical mass' was rather low.

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