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Bangkok Hooligans
1994 film by Thai martial arts director, Panna Rittikrai. Thai action supermo Panna Rittikrai stars as a hard boiled gangster who takes control of a Bangkok suburb with a violent and iron grip. Great fights and stunts galore.
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Plot Summary
A disillusioned ex-CIA agent, now living in Bangkok, gets drawn back into the underworld when his estranged daughter gets involved with a dangerous drug cartel. He must confront his past and fight his way through the city's criminal element to save her.
Critical Reception
Bangkok Hooligans received mixed reviews, with critics often citing its formulaic plot and over-the-top action sequences. However, some praised the performances of Peter Fonda and Don "The Dragon" Wilson, and the film found a niche audience among fans of direct-to-video action thrillers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty action and Peter Fonda's performance.
Criticized for a predictable storyline and uneven pacing.
Found to be a serviceable, if unremarkable, action flick.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent from public records, but the film is generally considered a typical 90s direct-to-video action movie, appealing to those who enjoy straightforward fight scenes and a classic revenge plot.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of the later prominent roles for legendary actor Peter Fonda in the action genre, contrasting with his more iconic dramatic performances.
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