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Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery
World Heavyweight Champion Alistair "The Demolition Man" Overeem (32-11) will make his highly anticipated return to action against heavy-handed knockout artist Brett "The Grim" Rogers (10-1) in the main event of a STRIKEFORCE mixed martial arts (MMA) extravaganza at Scottrade Center in St. Louis, Mo., on Saturday, May 15. In another heavyweight confrontation, Andrei "The Pitbull" Arlovski (15-7) will clash with Antonio "Big Foot" Silva (13-2).
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Plot Summary
A covert operative, disguised as a mercenary, infiltrates a ruthless mercenary organization to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of his former commander. He soon finds himself entangled in a deadly game of cat and mouse, where loyalty is tested and betrayal lurks around every corner.
Critical Reception
Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and audiences, primarily noted for its action sequences but criticized for its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. It's considered a standard entry in the direct-to-video action genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic action and fight choreography.
Criticized for a convoluted and unoriginal storyline.
Performances were seen as adequate for the genre but not particularly memorable.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally point to it being a passable action film with some exciting moments, though it doesn't break new ground.
Fun Fact
Joe Manganiello, who plays the lead, is known for his roles in 'True Blood' and 'Magic Mike'.
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