Dark Rage
Dark Rage

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Dark Rage

2008
Movie
95 min
English

Ned Harris is a fifty-something everyman. Doting father. Loyal colleague. Compassionate landlord. Serial killer. Beneath the seemingly normal surface resides a web of warped sensibilities, spontaneous brutality and cold-blooded murder. A psychiatrist would probably blame Ned's peculiar childhood, but what's Paul's excuse? Paul James is Ned's long-standing tenant - callous and calculating, with voyeuristic tendencies and a bizarre sense of humour. So when Kate and Jason, a young couple with problems of their own, move into Ned's building, they prove to be the catalyst for a shocking turn of events. It's not long before Ned's rapidly unravelling life spirals completely out of control, as we race towards a deadly conclusion. The story culminates in a final showdown between Ned and Paul, where they are forced to confront their demons and reveal their darkest secret. Dark Rage is a twisted journey into a deeply disturbed mind. Not for the faint-hearted!

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Tori EricksonGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A group of vigilantes, led by the enigmatic "Shadow," embark on a brutal mission of revenge against the corrupt individuals responsible for the death of a young woman. As they systematically eliminate their targets, their methods become increasingly violent, blurring the lines between justice and vigilantism. A determined detective races against time to stop them before they spiral completely out of control.

Critical Reception

Dark Rage received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its gratuitous violence, thin plot, and underdeveloped characters as major drawbacks. While some acknowledged the film's attempts at a gritty action-thriller, most found it to be a derivative and uninspired entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Overly reliant on violence with little substance.

  • Lacks originality and compelling character development.

  • A forgettable action film with a predictable plot.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Dark Rage is scarce, with no readily available aggregate scores or detailed reviews from Google users.

Fun Fact

Despite its low profile, the film features a notable cast of actors known for their roles in action and martial arts films, including Michael Dudikoff and William Zabka.

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