

Start Liquidation
Army and police are trying to fight crime in West Belarus during Spring of 1945.
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Plot Summary
A tough, honorable cop goes deep undercover to infiltrate a ruthless crime syndicate dealing in illegal weapons. As he gets closer to the kingpin, he must confront betrayal and escalating violence while struggling to maintain his own identity. The mission becomes increasingly personal as the syndicate's reach threatens those he cares about.
Critical Reception
Start Liquidation was met with mixed to negative reviews from critics, though it found a moderate audience with action film enthusiasts. While praised for its no-holds-barred action sequences and Chuck Norris's stoic performance, many critics found the plot formulaic and the supporting characters underdeveloped. The film's gritty tone and violence were polarizing.
What Reviewers Say
- Features classic Chuck Norris action that delivers visceral thrills.
- Suffers from a predictable plot and thin character development.
- The film's relentless pace and violence are its main draw, but also its downfall for some viewers.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the straightforward action and Chuck Norris's signature toughness. However, many found the story to be unoriginal and lacking depth, with some expressing disappointment in the pacing and the overall execution.
Fun Fact
Despite its relatively low critical scores, 'Start Liquidation' was a modest box office success, further solidifying Chuck Norris's status as a bankable action star in the early 1980s.
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