12 Rounds
12 Rounds

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12 Rounds

2017
Movie
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Spanish

Mac Espinoza, a faded boxer and former contender for the world champion title, is now a door to door salesman supporting his daughter Sofia. But then someone challenges him to come back.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic34/100
Google Users55%
Director: Renny HarlinGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A hardened New Orleans detective gets a twisted call from a mysterious, abducted woman he had previously saved. The caller, who claims to be a master of the city's underworld, sets him on a perilous scavenger hunt through a series of twelve deadly challenges. If the detective fails to complete the missions, the woman will die, and he will face the consequences of his past.

Critical Reception

12 Rounds was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. While the action sequences were sometimes noted as energetic, the film was widely criticized for its predictable plot, nonsensical dialogue, and a lack of compelling character development. John Cena's performance also received mixed reactions, with some finding his action-hero persona adequate but others noting his limitations in dramatic scenes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A formulaic action thriller that relies too heavily on clichés and underdeveloped characters.

  • John Cena delivers a by-the-numbers performance in a plot that offers little originality.

  • The film's attempt at a complex narrative unravels into a predictable and often illogical chase.

Google audience: Google users found the movie to be a decent action flick with some exciting chase scenes, but many felt the plot was weak and repetitive. While some enjoyed John Cena's effort, others found the dialogue and overall execution to be lacking, making it a forgettable popcorn movie.

Fun Fact

The film's climax features a dramatic car chase sequence through the streets of New Orleans, showcasing the city's unique architecture and atmosphere.

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