Sure Death 4
Sure Death 4

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Sure Death 4

1987
Movie
131 min
Japanese

Having been demoted for failing to prevent the murder of one of his superiors, Mondo is startled by a group of masked thugs who are soon attacked in turn by an unseen force. He begins to suspect the work of assassins, but whose side are they on?

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Kevin S. TenneyGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Action

Plot Summary

In this installment, a group of scientists uncovers a time-traveling alien artifact that unleashes a deadly, shape-shifting entity. The creature, capable of mimicking its victims, begins a rampage through a research facility, picking off the scientists one by one. The remaining survivors must find a way to stop the alien before it escapes and poses a threat to the entire planet.

Critical Reception

Sure Death 4 received a mixed to negative reception, often criticized for its formulaic plot and dated special effects, though some found its B-movie charm and gore elements entertaining.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gore and creature effects within its budget.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and uneven pacing.

  • Seen as a typical low-budget sci-fi horror flick of the late 80s.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those that exist often point to the film being a fun, albeit cheesy, horror movie for fans of the genre from that era.

Fun Fact

Despite being the fourth film in the 'Sure Death' franchise, it features a different set of characters and a completely new storyline, deviating from continuity.

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