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Deathline
Conny works at the hospital. But she earns the real money together with her friend Bibi in a telephone sex agency. She has a special relationship with one of her clients who demands more than sex. He exploits her fantasies for his erotic productions. Conny has no idea that this eccentric artist is turning the sex tales into deadly reality. The obsessions increase from call to call. Conny believes he has the client under control. But then two women are found dead...
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Plot Summary
An undercover cop infiltrates a dangerous criminal organization involved in international arms dealing. He must navigate a treacherous world of betrayal and violence to expose their operations and bring them to justice. The mission becomes increasingly perilous as his cover is threatened and allies turn into enemies.
Critical Reception
Deathline received a generally unenthusiastic reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uninspired action sequences. While some acknowledged the effort in its action elements, the film struggled to stand out in a crowded genre, and audience reactions were similarly muted.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempts at action and suspense.
Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of originality.
Considered a standard B-movie action flick with little to distinguish it.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Deathline are scarce, but those available often point to it being a forgettable action film with a familiar plot. It's seen as a serviceable, though unremarkable, entry in the direct-to-video action genre of the mid-90s.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1996, the film's production and style often evoke a feel closer to early 90s direct-to-video action thrillers.
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