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A movie that looks vintage even for ‘96, tends to meander back and forth from tequila hangovers and unplanned meetings in the desert, but is ultimately worth watching thanks to the charismatic and intriguing performance of Lance Henriksen.
Baja
1996Movie92 minEnglish
On the run from a drug deal gone wrong, a beautiful young woman escapes across the border only to find herself trapped in a dangerous web of intrigue and deceit in old Mexico.
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IMDb4.7/10
Director: J. T. Perry•Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller
Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck boxer gets entangled in a dangerous world of crime and drugs after a fight goes wrong. He attempts to escape his past and protect his girlfriend, but finds himself in an increasingly desperate situation.
Critical Reception
Baja received a generally negative reception from critics, who found its plot derivative and its execution lacking. While some performances were noted, the film was largely criticized for its predictable narrative and uninspired direction.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a weak and unoriginal story.
- Performances are unconvincing and do little to elevate the material.
- Lacks suspense and fails to engage the audience.
Google audience: Audience reception for Baja is not widely documented.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around Los Angeles, California, attempting to capture a gritty urban aesthetic.
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