Let me avenge
Let me avenge

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Let me avenge

1979
Movie
115 min
Arabic

Major's Mahmoud's wife Hoda and their son were killed by a smuggling gang who took revenge on Mahmoud when he arrested some of their members. Mahmoud resigns and decides to search for the perpetrators himself. He kills two of them and goes to jail where he meets Hassan, one of the gang members.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Raffiella De SioGenres: Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former boxer, seeking revenge for the murder of his younger brother, infiltrates the brutal underworld of a Sicilian crime family. As he gets closer to his target, he finds himself entangled in a deadly game of cat and mouse, where betrayal lurks around every corner. He must rely on his fighting skills and cunning to survive and achieve his vengeance.

Critical Reception

Let Me Avenge was a modest success, praised for its gritty realism and intense action sequences, though some critics found its plot predictable. It garnered a cult following over the years for its raw portrayal of revenge and its atmospheric depiction of the Italian mafia.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brutal fight choreography and authentic atmosphere.

  • Criticized by some for a straightforward revenge narrative.

  • Appreciated for its gritty and unflinching portrayal of the criminal underworld.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's raw intensity and Don Scarle's compelling performance as a vengeful protagonist. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit thin, but the action and atmosphere made it a worthwhile watch.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Sicily, and many of the extras were actual residents of the small towns where filming took place, adding to its authentic feel.

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