Ambushed
Ambushed

Ambushed

1998Movie109 minEnglish

Jim Natter, the leader of a violent Ku Klux Klan lodge, is shot dead. His teenage son Eric Natter is found nearby, and taken into police custody for his protection pending the investigation. While four cops drive him to a safe-house, they are ambushed. Three of them shot dead, including Deputy Lawrence, and his black partner Jerry Robinson is accused of the murders.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: Carlo RivoltaGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A decorated undercover cop is forced to go rogue when he's framed for murder by his corrupt superiors. He must clear his name and expose the conspiracy before he's silenced permanently. With the help of a street-smart woman, he navigates a dangerous underworld to find the truth.

Critical Reception

Ambushed received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who widely panned its predictable plot, weak acting, and uninspired action sequences. Audiences also found the film to be a forgettable entry in the direct-to-video action genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critically derided for its unoriginal storyline and uninspired direction.
  • Lacked compelling performances and engaging action.
  • Considered a low-budget, forgettable thriller.

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Despite its direct-to-video release and critical reception, the film featured a cast with some recognizable names in the action and television circuit.

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