Miami Vendetta
Miami Vendetta

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Miami Vendetta

1987
Movie
90 min
English

A cop from Los Angeles travels to Miami to seek revenge against Cuban drug runners who killed his friend.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jean-Pierre VergneGenres: Crime, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

A former police detective, living in exile in Miami, is drawn back into his old life when a ruthless drug cartel threatens his family. He must confront his past and the dangerous underworld he tried to escape to protect those he loves. The film follows his violent quest for retribution against those who wronged him.

Critical Reception

Miami Vendetta received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its action sequences and stylish direction, while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences generally found it to be a decent, albeit unremarkable, crime thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action sequences and atmospheric Miami setting.

  • Criticized for a formulaic crime plot and lack of character depth.

  • Seen as a serviceable, if unoriginal, entry in the 1980s crime thriller genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Miami Vendetta' is largely absent from easily accessible public records, making it difficult to summarize specific user opinions.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and Miami setting, the film was primarily shot in France, utilizing studio sets and locations to recreate the American city.

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