IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users72%
Director: Barbet Schroeder•Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
A recently paroled convict is coerced by a prosecutor into betraying his former associates to avoid returning to prison. He becomes entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, trying to protect his family while navigating the treacherous underworld and the relentless pursuit of justice. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for redemption.
Kiss of Death received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from Samuel L. Jackson and Nicolas Cage. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences were also divided, with its dark themes and violent content not appealing to everyone.
Samuel L. Jackson delivers a standout performance as the determined prosecutor.
The film's gritty atmosphere and suspenseful chase sequences are effective.
Some reviewers found the narrative a bit formulaic and lacking deeper character development.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a tense and well-acted crime thriller, with particular appreciation for the performances of Samuel L. Jackson and Nicolas Cage. However, some viewers felt the plot was somewhat predictable and the violence was gratuitous.
During the filming of a scene where Nicolas Cage's character is driving, he intentionally crashed the car into a real wall to get a more authentic reaction shot.
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