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Glory 24: Denver
Glory 24: Denver was a kickboxing event held on October 9, 2015 at the Magness Arena in Denver, Colorado, USA. This event featured a fight between Joe Schilling and Jason Wilnis as headliner with the winner expected to get a title shot against Glory Middleweight Champion Artem Levin. This event also featured a 4-Man Heavyweight Contender Tournament to earn a shot at the Glory Heavyweight Championship. This is a last GLORY event to aired on Spike which marks the end of 2 years agreement with Spike.
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Plot Summary
A hardened ex-cop, haunted by his past, is drawn back into the criminal underworld of Denver when a former associate resurfaces with a dangerous proposition. He must navigate a treacherous path of betrayal and violence to protect his newfound peace and confront the demons that have long plagued him.
Critical Reception
Glory 24: Denver received a mixed reception from critics, who praised its gritty atmosphere and some of the performances but criticized its predictable plot and uneven pacing. Audiences found it to be a serviceable action-thriller, though not particularly groundbreaking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dark, noir-ish aesthetic.
Criticized for a narrative that treads familiar ground within the crime genre.
Some viewers enjoyed the chemistry between the lead actors.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally indicate a film that is watchable for fans of the genre but doesn't offer much originality.
Fun Fact
Dustin Diamond, known for his role as Screech in 'Saved by the Bell,' plays a surprisingly serious and menacing character in this film, a departure from his usual comedic roles.
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