Lethal Justice
Lethal Justice

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Lethal Justice

1995
Movie
94 min
English

Teddy Johnson, a rebel and violent Chesterton High School student, rapes a young teacher. Tired of waiting for justice, Mike, a teacher, organizes a group to avenge the victim. The school aisles turn into a battlefield.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: David S. GoyerGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Marine, haunted by his past and a sense of injustice, takes on a vigilante role in the city. He targets criminals who have slipped through the cracks of the legal system, using his combat skills to bring them to justice. His actions create a ripple effect, drawing the attention of both law enforcement and the criminal underworld.

Critical Reception

Lethal Justice received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and predictable action sequences. While some appreciated its attempt at a gritty, vigilante narrative, others found it lacking in originality and character development. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some viewers enjoying the action while many found it forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a formulaic plot and uninspired action.

  • Kevin Sorbo's performance is adequate but unable to elevate the material.

  • Lacks the depth and originality to stand out in the vigilante subgenre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Lethal Justice are sparse, but generally indicate a film that is seen as a standard, unremarkable action thriller. Some viewers found the action sequences to be mildly entertaining, while others felt it was a forgettable entry in the genre.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 1995, the film did not receive a wide theatrical release and is often considered a direct-to-video or made-for-television movie, contributing to its limited visibility and critical coverage.

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