The Price of Frenzy
The Price of Frenzy

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The Price of Frenzy

1989
Movie
102 min
Mandarin

A young woman is increasingly out of control with her determination to nail the man who raped her teenage sister.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Robert ClouseGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former boxer, now a mercenary, is hired to protect a witness targeted by a dangerous crime syndicate. The mission quickly escalates into a deadly game of cat and mouse as the syndicate unleashes its full force. He must rely on his skills and wits to survive and ensure the witness's safety against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

The Price of Frenzy received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the action sequences, the film was largely seen as a formulaic B-movie that failed to stand out in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The action sequences are serviceable but fail to elevate a weak narrative.

  • Characters are thinly drawn, making it difficult to invest in their plight.

  • The plot offers little originality and relies heavily on genre clichés.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Price of Frenzy are scarce, but available comments suggest a lukewarm reception, with viewers finding it a forgettable action flick that offers little beyond its basic premise.

Fun Fact

Robert Clouse, the director, is also known for directing Bruce Lee's film 'Enter the Dragon'.

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