High Voltage
An emerging rock band, managed by industry vet Jimmy Kleen, strike a deal with record executive Rick Roland. Things take a sinister turn when the band's lead singer, Rachel, and her mother Barb are struck by lightning and killed. Rachel is brought back to life, but she is different than before. Lightning courses through her veins and she uses her new strange electrical powers to drain the life from men, turning it into electrifying stage performances, but just how far are the band willing to go to make it.
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Plot Summary
A troubled teenage girl, recently released from a juvenile detention center, is forced to navigate a dangerous path when she becomes entangled with a ruthless criminal element. Her struggle for survival and a chance at redemption is tested as she tries to break free from the cycle of violence and exploitation that threatens to consume her.
Critical Reception
High Voltage received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its raw intensity and strong performances, particularly from its young lead. However, some found the narrative to be bleak and the violence at times gratuitous, leading to a polarized reception.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its gritty realism and compelling lead performance.
- Criticized for its bleak outlook and unrelenting intensity.
- Seen as a difficult but impactful watch by some.
Google audience: Audience reception for High Voltage is not widely available through Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Ireland, aiming for an authentic and gritty aesthetic that reflects the harsh realities of its subject matter.
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