Backstabbed
Backstabbed

Backstabbed

1996Movie90 minDanish

Four high school friends meet up in an abandoned house to play 'Backstabbed', a game of murder with headphones and plastic weapons. Meanwhile, a serial killer is leaving a trail of blood on his way to the house, and soon the game of murder becomes much more than make-believe.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Bill L. NortonGenres: Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A burned-out homicide detective, haunted by past failures, takes on a new case that plunges him into a dangerous web of corporate espionage and murder. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with a seductive woman who may hold the key to the conspiracy, but also poses a significant threat. The detective must navigate betrayal and deception to uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Backstabbed received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired direction. While some performances were acknowledged, the film was generally considered a formulaic thriller that failed to deliver on its potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the plot to be derivative and predictable.
  • The film's direction was often described as uninspired.
  • While the cast had some notable actors, their performances couldn't salvage the weak material.

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Fun Fact

Despite its relatively low profile, "Backstabbed" featured James Hong, a prolific actor with over 600 credits in film and television, known for his roles in "Blade Runner," "Kung Fu Panda," and "Seinfeld."

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