Act of Revenge
Act of Revenge

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Act of Revenge

1989
Movie
91 min
Italian

A dying man gives his lawyer a tape that manipulates her into taking a posthumous revenge on those who made his life Hell.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A former DEA agent is drawn back into the dangerous world of drug trafficking when his daughter is kidnapped by a powerful cartel leader. He must navigate treacherous alliances and confront his own violent past to rescue her and bring the criminals to justice. The film explores themes of redemption and the consequences of one's actions in the face of extreme peril.

Critical Reception

Act of Revenge received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences alike, with many finding its plot predictable and its action sequences uninspired. While some performances were noted, the film was generally considered a forgettable entry in the crime-action genre of the late 1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its clichéd plot and unoriginal action sequences.

  • Performances were occasionally singled out but not enough to salvage the film.

  • Considered a generic and unremarkable crime thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available comments suggest a lack of engagement with the film's plot and a general consensus that it failed to deliver on its genre promises.

Fun Fact

Despite featuring actor Kevin Sorbo, who would later gain fame as Hercules, 'Act of Revenge' did not garner significant attention and is considered a lesser-known early role for him.

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