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Pushed to the Limit
Magnificent Mimi is a woman with a destiny and a bright future ahead of her. She is the world's greatest female wrestling champion, she has a loving boyfriend and loyal family members who care and love her. But things take a turn for the worst when Mimi's boyfriend Nick is wounded and her younger brother is shot to death for trying to stiff local druglord Harry Lee. Lee is the toughest and meanest criminal figure in all of Southern California and if you double-cross him, you won't live to see the sun set. Not only does Lee rule his own empire, he also runs the Kumite, a gladitorial fight ring where warriors battle to the death. Mimi knows the police can't touch Lee with a ten foot pole and so she enlists the aid of her martial arts friend Master Vern to teach her kickboxing and tai chi so she can prepare for combat. Vern doesn't think Mimi is ready for Kumite, as it is a place where only one warrior can be left standing and breathing and the one who loses dies.
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Plot Summary
A former Marine sniper, now a respected police detective, is forced back into his violent past when his estranged daughter is kidnapped. He must race against time and battle ruthless criminals to bring her home safely. The film explores themes of redemption and the difficulty of escaping one's history.
Critical Reception
Pushed to the Limit (also known as 'The Soldier's Kiss') received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uninspired action sequences. Audiences found it to be a standard, albeit unremarkable, entry in the action genre of the early 90s.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for predictable plot points and uninspired action.
Michael Dudikoff's performance was noted, but couldn't elevate the material.
A forgettable direct-to-video action flick.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest the film is a typical, low-budget action movie that fails to stand out.
Fun Fact
The film was also released under the title 'The Soldier's Kiss', likely an attempt to market it differently to various audiences.
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