Kings County
Kings County

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Kings County

2003
Movie
67 min
English

When four teenage drug dealers and their boss violate the altar of a crack addicted Santeria prophetess, their lives become unhinged when she predicts one of them will die and one of them will be incarcerated within a day.

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IMDb2.3/10
Director: Dustin DiamondGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A struggling young boxer, Jake, is trying to make a name for himself while navigating the dangerous underworld of organized crime. He becomes entangled with a ruthless crime boss who sees potential in Jake's fighting prowess for his own illicit schemes. Jake must fight for his life and his future, balancing his ambition with the need to escape the deadly grip of the mob.

Critical Reception

Kings County received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is widely regarded as a poorly executed film, criticized for its weak plot, amateurish direction, and uninspired performances. The film struggled to find distribution and remains largely obscure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Widely panned for its nonsensical plot and amateurish execution.

  • Criticized for a lack of compelling performances, even from veteran actors.

  • Considered an unwatchable and forgettable cinematic misfire.

Google audience: Audience reception for Kings County is virtually non-existent due to its limited release and poor quality, with any available commentary overwhelmingly negative, citing the film's poor quality and lack of entertainment value.

Fun Fact

Kings County is infamous for being the directorial debut of actor Dustin Diamond, best known for his role as Screech Powers on the television series Saved by the Bell.

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