D.O.A
Tom,a junior doctor under suspension for fatally removing the wrong lung from a patient and nick-named Dr. Death,is working in Leeds as a paramedic with the knowing Julie,who sells sex aids from the back of the ambulance. After dealing with a man whose pet alligator bit his fingers off and a Goth who threw up so much an exorcist was brought in,Tom redeems himself by reviving an unconscious man. But he still has to deal with Rob Krizzo,the scruffy - and useless - lawyer engaged to fight his case and who accidentally injects him,not to mention Terence,from whose anus he once removed a mobile phone and who is now lustfully stalking him.And then girl-friend Lucy,another doctor,seems to be about to throw him over.
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Plot Summary
A man wakes up with amnesia, discovering he has been poisoned and has only a few hours to live. Driven by a primal instinct for survival and a need for answers, he navigates the treacherous criminal underworld of Los Angeles. As he pieces together fragmented memories, he confronts those who wronged him, seeking revenge and an antidote before his time runs out.
Critical Reception
D.O.A. (2010) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempt at a gritty neo-noir thriller and Henry Rollins' performance, many found the plot convoluted and derivative, with a lack of originality and depth.
What Reviewers Say
- Henry Rollins' performance is a highlight, but it's not enough to save the film.
- The plot is predictable and relies too heavily on genre clichés.
- Lacks originality and fails to deliver a compelling narrative.
Google audience: Audience reviews for D.O.A. (2010) were largely unimpressed, with many viewers citing a weak and uninspired storyline. While a few appreciated the action sequences, the majority felt the film was forgettable and failed to live up to its premise.
Fun Fact
The film's title, D.O.A., is a common police and medical abbreviation meaning 'Dead on Arrival', reflecting the protagonist's poisoned state.
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