Detective Roger Mortis is killed in action while investigating a string of mysterious robberies: until he's brought back from the dead with a chemical company's secret re-animation technology. Now he has twelve hours to solve the case of his own death before he dies: And stays dead.
Two mismatched LAPD detectives, the by-the-book Roger Mortis and the wild-card Doug Bigelow, investigate a series of bizarre murders. They discover that the victims are being resurrected as zombies by a mysterious pharmaceutical company and must race against time to stop the impending undead apocalypse before they too become victims of the supernatural phenomenon.
Dead Heat is a cult classic often praised for its unique blend of action, horror, and dark comedy, though its outlandish premise and sometimes uneven tone have divided critics. It's primarily enjoyed by fans of over-the-top 80s genre films.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoy Dead Heat for its high-octane action, dark humor, and memorable zombie effects. While some find the plot a bit outlandish, many appreciate its unique approach to the buddy cop and zombie genres.
The film's unique premise and blend of genres have made it a staple of late-night cult film programming and a beloved item for fans of 1980s B-movies.
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