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Adrenaline
"Adrénaline" proposes a string of short surrealist films presenting at various levels an interesting mix of mild gore, cynical humor and absurd surrealism.
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Plot Summary
A burned-out, disgraced detective is brought back into the fold when a serial killer begins targeting and surgically removing body parts from his victims. He must race against time to stop the killer, confronting his own past demons in the process.
Critical Reception
Adrenaline received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the violence excessive. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the action sequences while others found the film lacking in substance.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced action sequences.
Criticized for its unoriginal plot and graphic violence.
Christopher Lambert's performance was noted but couldn't salvage the film.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Adrenaline are sparse, but those available often point to the film being a forgettable thriller with some decent action but a weak story.
Fun Fact
Although set in the United States, the film was primarily shot in and around Madrid, Spain.
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