Unleashed
Unleashed

Movie spotlight

Unleashed

2015
Movie
97 min
Hungarian

A weekend hunting party in Transylvania becomes something darker when the true motives and histories of the hunters are revealed following a shooting.

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Director: Mark Stephen JohnsonGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A gritty thriller where a young woman, kidnapped and brutalized, finds herself transformed into a lethal weapon. As she navigates a dangerous underworld controlled by a ruthless crime boss, she must confront her own darkness and fight for survival and retribution. Her journey is one of intense physical and psychological struggle, pushing her to the limits of her endurance.

Critical Reception

Unleashed received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot derivative and the violence gratuitous. While some praised Katee Sackhoff's performance, the film was largely criticized for its predictable narrative and lack of originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the action genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Katee Sackhoff's committed performance in a physically demanding role.

  • Criticized for an unoriginal plot and excessive, often pointless, violence.

  • Seen as a by-the-numbers action thriller that fails to stand out.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce and generally reflect a mixed sentiment, with some appreciating the action sequences and Sackhoff's portrayal, while others found the film to be violent and lacking depth.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Ropes' before being changed to 'Unleashed'.

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