5 Rifles
5 Rifles

5 Rifles

1974Movie134 minHindi

An Indian ruler struggles to rescue her family and liberate her land from the British.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Paul LederGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A former Black Panther, seeking a quiet life, is drawn back into a violent world when he discovers his estranged daughter has been kidnapped by a crime syndicate. He must confront his past and use his formidable skills to rescue her from the dangerous clutches of the organization.

Critical Reception

Critically, '5 Rifles' received a mixed to negative reception, often cited for its exploitative elements and uneven pacing. While Jim Brown's presence lent some gravitas, the film struggled to find a cohesive narrative and was generally overlooked by mainstream critics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a gritty, albeit somewhat dated, portrayal of urban crime.
  • Jim Brown's stoic performance is a highlight, but doesn't fully salvage the film.
  • The narrative can be predictable and relies heavily on action sequences.

Google audience: Audience reception for '5 Rifles' is not widely documented, but available comments often point to it being a product of its time, with some appreciating the action and Jim Brown's involvement, while others found it to be low-budget and formulaic.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Blaxploitation-era films that often featured tough male leads and dealt with themes of crime and racial injustice, though '5 Rifles' is often considered on the lower end of the budget spectrum for the genre.

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