Banana Peel
Banana Peel

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Banana Peel

2006
Movie
90 min
Persian

A wealthy young man named Hamid falls into a coma after a car accident, and his soul, in the afterlife, falls in love with the soul of a young woman. Meanwhile, his body in this world gradually recovers, and he comes out of the coma. Now he wants to return to that other world, but suicide is forbidden and would certainly send him to hell, and…

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: Louis LeterrierGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A skilled, but amnesiac assassin, known only as "The Cleaner", is targeted by both the CIA and the Yakuza after he goes rogue on a mission. He must piece together his past to survive the relentless pursuit and uncover the truth behind his existence. His only allies are a street-smart woman and a former mentor.

Critical Reception

Banana Peel received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its stylish action sequences and Jet Li's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the character development lacking. Audiences generally responded more favorably to the film's adrenaline-pumping fights.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic fight choreography and Jet Li's charismatic presence.

  • Criticized for a confusing and underdeveloped narrative.

  • Some found the blend of action and mystery elements uneven.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the high-octane action and Jet Li's signature martial arts skills. However, many found the storyline difficult to follow and wished for more depth in the characters and plot.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a sequel to 'The Transporter' but was redeveloped with a new story and characters when the rights could not be secured.

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