Xtreme
Xtreme

Xtreme

2021Movie111 minSpanish

Two years after the murder of his son and father, a retired hitman sets in motion a carefully crafted revenge plan against the killer: his own brother.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Google Users64%
Director: Daniel BenmayorGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A retired hitman, known only as Leo, lives a life of quiet solitude following the tragic death of his son. His peaceful existence is shattered when his former mentor and crime boss, Zarco, orders the assassination of his half-brother, Dani, and Dani's pregnant girlfriend. Leo is forced out of retirement to seek revenge and protect his remaining family.

Critical Reception

Xtreme received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its intense action sequences and brutal choreography, many found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. It was noted for its high level of violence and its efforts to deliver a visceral, no-holds-barred action experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Packs a visceral punch with relentless, brutal action.
  • Relies heavily on stylized violence and fight choreography.
  • Narrative and character development are often overshadowed by the action.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an entertaining, albeit somewhat formulaic, action thriller. Many viewers appreciated the high-octane fight scenes and the film's commitment to intense combat, though some felt the story lacked originality and depth.

Fun Fact

The lead actor, Teo García, who plays Leo, is a renowned martial artist and has a background in Muay Thai and Kickboxing, which he utilized extensively for the film's fight choreography.

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