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Jericho Fever
A group of terrorists bomb peace negotiations in Mexico. One of the terrorists contracts a fever disease during the attack. The terrorists flee across the border to the US and while they are in the process of crossing the border they committ a murder. The sick terrorist infects a large number of people in New Mexico, and the patients start dying as the doctors are unable to cure the disease. A female doctor from the Centers for Disease Control arrives in New Mexico. Together with an FBI agent she starts to search for the terrorists. But there are also others who are looking for the terrorists...
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Plot Summary
A young man with a troubled past moves to a small town seeking a fresh start, but quickly finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of local secrets and corruption. As he tries to escape his own demons, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that threatens the entire community. He must confront his own nature and fight for survival in a town where appearances are deceiving and trust is a luxury.
Critical Reception
Jericho Fever received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some performances were noted, the film generally struggled to find a significant audience or critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a derivative plot that borrows heavily from other thrillers.
Character development is lacking, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the story.
Despite a few intriguing moments, the overall execution fails to deliver a compelling narrative.
Google audience: Audience reception for Jericho Fever is largely undocumented or considered insignificant, with no clear consensus on what viewers specifically liked or disliked.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in a small town, aiming for a sense of isolation and claustrophobia that reflects the protagonist's predicament.
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