Cobra
Cobra

Cobra

2012Movie146 minMalayalam

Raja and Kari are fraternal twins. They end up in the home of a young single father with two daughters on their quest to find suitable brides.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Jeff Renfro and Daniel ZirilliGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A tough, seasoned LAPD detective known as 'Cobra' finds herself in a relentless pursuit of a ruthless gang leader who is terrorizing the city. As the body count rises, she must confront her own demons and push the boundaries of the law to bring the criminal to justice. The investigation leads her into a dangerous underworld where loyalty is tested and survival is uncertain.

Critical Reception

Cobra (2012) received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences alike. It was often criticized for its derivative plot, gratuitous violence, and a lack of originality. While some acknowledged Michelle Rodriguez's performance, the film as a whole was seen as a formulaic and uninspired action flick.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its thin plot and reliance on excessive violence.
  • Criticized for being a generic and unoriginal action thriller.
  • Michelle Rodriguez's performance was noted but couldn't save the film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Cobra (2012) are scarce and generally unimpressed. Those who have commented often cite the film's predictability and the overwhelming amount of violence as significant drawbacks, with little to redeem its narrative shortcomings.

Fun Fact

The film was co-directed by Daniel Zirilli, who has also directed other action films featuring MMA fighters and martial artists, often focusing on gritty, street-level crime narratives.

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