So That God Loves You
So That God Loves You

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So That God Loves You

2001
Movie
90 min
Arabic

Souad is trying to kill her husband, a businessman, because she is in a relationship with Kamal, who also complains about his wife, Dr. Anahid. Meanwhile, a charlatan and his wife plot to make the businessman fall in love with Anahid to fix everyone's problems.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Chiu-Lam MakGenres: Drama, Action

Plot Summary

A troubled young man, seeking to avenge his father's death, gets entangled with a ruthless crime syndicate. He finds himself caught between loyalty to his deceased father's associates and the seductive allure of power offered by the mob. As he descends deeper into the criminal underworld, he must confront his own morality and make a choice that will determine his fate.

Critical Reception

So That God Loves You received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and inconsistent pacing. While some acknowledged Donnie Yen's characteristic action choreography, many found the film's narrative lacking and its character development superficial. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the martial arts sequences but others expressing disappointment with the story's execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Action sequences are competent but fail to elevate a predictable story.

  • Character motivations are often unclear and underdeveloped.

  • The film struggles to balance its dramatic ambitions with its action elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'So That God Loves You' are scarce, but available feedback suggests a mixed reception. Some viewers appreciated the martial arts action, particularly Donnie Yen's performance, while others found the plot cliché and unengaging.

Fun Fact

The film was released in some markets under the alternative title 'The New Legend of Shaolin'.

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