On Hostile Ground
On Hostile Ground

On Hostile Ground

2000Movie90 minEnglish

A geologist (John Corbett) investigates a sinkhole under New Orleans that might engulf the city during Mardi Gras.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Kevin VanHookGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A detective is investigating a series of murders that are linked to a powerful cult. As he gets closer to the truth, he realizes that the cult's leader has supernatural powers and that his own life is in danger. The detective must race against time to stop the cult before they can complete their ritual and unleash evil upon the world.

Critical Reception

On Hostile Ground received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing a predictable plot and uninspired action sequences. While some performances were noted, the film was generally seen as a forgettable entry in the action-thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to deliver compelling action or a novel plot.
  • Performances are inconsistent, with only a few standing out.
  • A derivative thriller that doesn't offer much in the way of originality.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'On Hostile Ground' is not widely documented, but available commentary suggests it was largely overlooked and considered a mediocre thriller by those who did see it.

Fun Fact

The film was released direct-to-video in many regions, contributing to its limited theatrical exposure and subsequent critical discussion.

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