Signal One
Emotional detective Martin Bullet has shot up a kid in a drug bust gone rotten. Now he must come to terms with his haunted feelings. He starts a new life in sunny yet scummy Sydney, Australia. But his life 'Downunder' soon turns more rotten. Paired with a screaming undercover cop, Jack Moran (described by his colleagues as a 'turd'), Bullet gets caught up in a lousy drug ring involving an 'odd' killer named Mr Earring and an intellectually disabled drug dealer.
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Plot Summary
A tough, honorable cop is partnered with a rookie to take down a dangerous drug lord. As they delve deeper into the criminal underworld, they uncover a complex web of corruption that reaches high places. The cop must battle not only the criminals but also the compromised system to bring justice.
Critical Reception
Signal One, also known as 'The Patriot', received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences alike. It is often criticized for its formulaic plot, uninspired action sequences, and the perceived decline in quality for its lead actor's filmography during that period. The film failed to make a significant impact in the action genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks originality and compelling action
- A predictable and uninspired crime thriller
- Suffers from weak writing and pacing
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally unfavorable, with many viewers finding the plot predictable and the action sequences unexciting. Some lament the film's perceived lack of innovation within the action genre.
Fun Fact
While often released under the title 'Signal One', the film was also distributed internationally as 'The Patriot'.
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