Lethal Contact
Two cops, code name penguin and polar bear, are ordered to assist a visiting policeman from Borneo (Lo Raimy). When their incompetence results in Raimy's death during a gun battle with drug traffickers, they are temporarily suspended. Penguin and Polar Bear decide to make amends by joining with Lo's wife to find the killers.
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Plot Summary
A former detective, framed for a crime he didn't commit, must go on the run to clear his name. He teams up with a skilled martial artist and a retired boxer to fight against a corrupt police force and the criminal organization that set him up. Together, they uncover a deeper conspiracy that threatens the city.
Critical Reception
Lethal Contact was primarily released direct-to-video and received mixed to negative reviews, often cited for its predictable plot and low-budget production values. However, fans of 90s action and martial arts films found some enjoyment in the fight choreography and the presence of its B-movie action stars.
What Reviewers Say
- Despite a strong cast of action stars, the film suffers from a weak script and uninspired direction.
- Fight sequences are competent but don't elevate the generic plot.
- A forgettable entry in the direct-to-video action genre of the early 90s.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Lethal Contact are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a watchable B-movie for those seeking 90s action and martial arts. Many point out the familiar plot and low production quality, while acknowledging the appeal of its cast for niche fans.
Fun Fact
Fred Olen Ray, known for his prolific output of low-budget genre films, directed Lethal Contact. He also penned the screenplay under the pseudonym 'Jay Bernard'.
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