Condemned
Yolly, a flower vendor and her brother Efren, who works as a driver and hired hit man for ruthless money laundering lady Connie, live a hardscrabble and bleak existence in the underbelly of the tourist/fashion district of Manila. Escaping from a violent past from the provinces, the siblings world collide with Connie's gang when Yolly witnesses a rape and murder perpetrated by Connie's son and Efren decides to double cross Connie for her money.
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Plot Summary
A former police detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the criminal underworld to save his estranged daughter from a ruthless crime boss. He must navigate a dangerous landscape of drug lords and corrupt officials to achieve his goal. The film follows his desperate fight for redemption and his daughter's survival.
Critical Reception
Condemned (1984) received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and Robert Conrad's performance, others found the plot predictable and the violence excessive. It is often remembered as a product of its time, fitting into the action-thriller genre popular in the 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its gritty, suspenseful tone and Robert Conrad's intense performance.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot and gratuitous violence.
- Seen as a typical 1980s action thriller with a dark edge.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Condemned (1984) are scarce, but generally indicate a polarizing reception. Some viewers appreciated the action and Conrad's lead, while others found it to be overly violent and lacking in narrative depth.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a television movie before being released theatrically.
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