Death Line
Death Line

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Death Line

1991
Movie
99 min
Russian

A factory worker leads a double life. In that other reality, he's a "killer" doing his dirty work. Receiving the order, he is as close to his "client", penetrating into his life before it is cut off. In parallel, it turns out that the "client" holds in the hands of three respectable women who are connected with each other by one craft - prostitution. Trying to cash in on their secret "killer" gets a feminine charms and falls victim to his greed

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: James W. RobersonGenres: Horror, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A disgraced detective is sent to a remote Texas town to investigate a series of brutal murders linked to a local legend. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving the town's inhabitants and a mythical creature that feeds on fear. He must confront his own demons while racing against time to stop the killings before the creature claims more victims.

Critical Reception

Death Line received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, weak acting, and derivative nature. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to its status as a largely forgotten direct-to-video horror film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and suspense, relying on tired horror tropes.

  • Performances are generally uninspired, failing to engage the audience.

  • The plot is convoluted and the creature effects are unconvincing.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Death Line are scarce due to its limited release, but available commentary often points to a dull and unoriginal horror experience with poor execution.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Bastrop, Texas, utilizing the area's rural and wooded landscapes to create a sense of isolation and dread.

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