Too Little Love.. Too Much Violence
Talaat, the son of wealthy merchant Morsi, lives under pressure from his father to marry the poor girl Fatima. Talaat rebels on his father and divorces Fatima. He meets Eng. Younis, the son of a senior politician and decides to marry his sister to gain power and money.
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Plot Summary
A disillusioned former boxer and aspiring artist, struggling with addiction, gets entangled in a dangerous world of crime and corruption in New York City. As he attempts to escape his destructive past and find redemption, he becomes a pawn in a violent struggle between rival gangs and corrupt law enforcement.
Critical Reception
The film received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely panned its convoluted plot, excessive violence, and Rourke's performance. It is considered one of Michael Cimino's least successful films.
What Reviewers Say
- Widely criticized for its gratuitous and unrelenting violence.
- Mickey Rourke's performance was seen as overwrought and unconvincing by many.
- The plot was deemed nonsensical and difficult to follow.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and poor reception, but generally align with critical sentiment, citing excessive violence and a confusing narrative.
Fun Fact
Despite its title, the film was originally released in some territories as 'The Wrong Man'.
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