

Jolt
A bouncer with an anger management problem goes on a furious and resentful rampage after the murder of a friend.
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Plot Summary
Lindy, a woman with a rare neurological disorder that causes her to act on extreme, often violent, impulses when she's angry or aroused, uses an electrode-lined vest to control her rage. When she falls for Justin, a man who genuinely makes her feel safe, her life is upended. After Justin is mysteriously murdered, Lindy embarks on a furious, blood-soaked quest for revenge, leaving a trail of bodies in her wake as she hunts down the killer.
Critical Reception
Jolt received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising Kate Beckinsale's performance and the film's energetic action sequences, while others found the plot predictable and the humor hit-or-miss. Audiences generally responded more favorably to the film's over-the-top style and B-movie charm.
What Reviewers Say
- Kate Beckinsale delivers a fun, charismatic performance that anchors the film.
- The action is surprisingly well-executed and often quite brutal.
- The plot is derivative and the humor doesn't always land.
Google audience: Google users found Jolt to be an entertaining and action-packed ride, appreciating Kate Beckinsale's lead role and the film's unique premise. Some viewers felt the story could have been more original, but most enjoyed it as a fun, albeit slightly silly, action flick.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Tanya Wexler, previously directed the Oscar-winning short film 'Ballast'.
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