XX: Beautiful Weapon
XX: Beautiful Weapon

XX: Beautiful Weapon

1993Movie93 minJapanese

A blind female assassin lives alone in a remote house; her superiors occasionally send her "clients" / targets that she shoots right after having sex with them in her completely darkened bedroom.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: David L. CorleyGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman discovers she possesses supernatural abilities and is drawn into a secret war between powerful alien factions. She must learn to control her powers to defend Earth from an impending invasion. The film follows her journey from an ordinary person to a formidable warrior, as she confronts her destiny and the forces threatening humanity.

Critical Reception

XX: Beautiful Weapon received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot, weak special effects, and inconsistent pacing. While some acknowledged its ambitious premise, the execution was generally seen as falling short, resulting in a film that failed to resonate with audiences or critics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing concept of a female protagonist with supernatural powers.
  • Criticized for its low-budget special effects and uninspired action sequences.
  • Noted for a storyline that felt underdeveloped and rushed.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of direct-to-video sci-fi action films in the early to mid-1990s, often featuring martial arts and supernatural elements.

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