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Mayhem
The bloody saga of two strangers brought together by a common need - to find the women they've lost. Rachel ran away, Misty was kidnapped; but nothing will stop Dino and Ziggy in their pursuit of the women they love. They turn Hollywood into a War Zone! On one side: pimps, drug pushers and the police. The other side - a sawn off shotgun and a 357 magnum.
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Plot Summary
A ruthless killer, known only as "The Surgeon," preys on the innocent, leaving a trail of gruesome murders. A determined detective, haunted by his past, races against time to stop the killer before another life is brutally taken. The investigation becomes a desperate game of cat and mouse through the dark underbelly of the city.
Critical Reception
Mayhem (1986) received mixed reviews from critics and audiences, with some praising its gritty atmosphere and suspenseful moments, while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful cat-and-mouse dynamic.
Criticized for its derivative plot elements.
Noted for its gritty, urban atmosphere.
Google audience: Audience reception for Mayhem (1986) is generally lukewarm, with viewers often pointing to its standard thriller tropes as a drawback. Some appreciate the tension, while others find it unoriginal.
Fun Fact
Daniel Baldwin, who also directed the film, took on the role of the detective due to a last-minute casting change.
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