Outcast
Outcast

Outcast

2014Movie98 minEnglish

A mysterious warrior teams up with the daughter and son of a deposed Chinese Emperor to defeat their cruel brother, who seeks their deaths.

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IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic24/100
Google Users50%
Director: Nicolas Winding RefnGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the violent underworld of Bangkok, a former special forces operative named Jake is framed for murder and forced to flee. He must then navigate the city's dangerous criminal landscape, battling drug lords and corrupt police, to find his kidnapped sister and clear his name. The film is a brutal and stylish action thriller set against the backdrop of Thailand's gritty urban environment.

Critical Reception

Outcast received largely negative reviews from critics. While some acknowledged its stylish visuals and fight choreography, the majority found the plot to be nonsensical, the acting wooden, and the overall execution lacking. Audiences also seemed to be divided, with many expressing disappointment in the film's incoherent narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish cinematography and fight sequences.
  • Criticized for a convoluted and nonsensical plot.
  • Often described as having uninspired acting and poor character development.

Google audience: Google users had mixed reactions, with some appreciating the action and visual style, while many others found the story to be weak and difficult to follow, leading to a polarizing reception.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in Thailand and features a mix of Thai and English dialogue.

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