Machete

Machete is a legendary Mexican ex-federales agent who, after being betrayed and left for dead by his employers, seeks revenge in Texas. Disguised as a day laborer, he goes after the corrupt businessman who framed him and the ruthless mercenary who murdered his family. Machete quickly becomes a wanted man, forcing him to go on the run and rally a ragtag group of allies to fight back.

Machete was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its over-the-top action, stylized violence, and nostalgic exploitation film aesthetic. However, some found the plot to be thin and the humor to be hit-or-miss.

• Praised for its gratuitous gore, stylish direction, and fun, B-movie sensibility.

• Deemed a satisfyingly sleazy grindhouse throwback with a charismatic lead.

• Some found the narrative a bit too thin and the tone occasionally uneven.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Machete for its unapologetic violence, sense of humor, and the performances of its cast, particularly Danny Trejo. Some viewers found it to be a fun, campy ride, while others felt it leaned too heavily into its exploitation roots without enough substance.

The film originated from a fake trailer that Robert Rodriguez created for the 2007 film Grindhouse, which was so popular that Rodriguez and his team decided to develop it into a full-length feature film.