A Reason to Die
A Reason to Die

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A Reason to Die

2004
Movie
103 min
English

A dramatic retelling of the decades-long Aguleri/Umuleri conflict in Nigeria.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: David WorthGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a corrupt police officer is murdered, his partner, a martial arts expert, goes on a relentless mission to find the killer. Driven by a deep sense of justice and fueled by his combat skills, he navigates the dangerous underworld, facing down dangerous criminals and uncovering a conspiracy that goes deeper than he ever imagined. His quest for vengeance becomes a fight for survival.

Critical Reception

A Reason to Die is a low-budget action film that received mixed to negative reviews. While some appreciated the straightforward action sequences and Billy Blanks's performance, many critics found the plot predictable, the dialogue weak, and the overall production quality lacking. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the direct-to-video action genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features competent, if uninspired, martial arts action.

  • Suffers from a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • A standard direct-to-video action flick with little to distinguish it.

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Fun Fact

Billy Blanks, known for his martial arts prowess, not only stars in 'A Reason to Die' but also contributed to the fight choreography, showcasing his expertise in action sequences.

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