Certain Prey
Certain Prey

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Certain Prey

2011
Movie
89 min
English

Minneapolis Deputy Police Chief, Lucas Davenport, has to face off against a duo unlike any he's ever encountered; a lethal hit woman and a ferociously cunning killer determined to hunt him down.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: John G. AvildsenGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former DEA agent, now a defense attorney, finds herself entangled in a dangerous investigation when her client is murdered. She teams up with a detective to uncover a conspiracy that goes deeper than she ever imagined, putting her own life on the line.

Critical Reception

Certain Prey received largely negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired direction. Audiences also found it to be a lackluster entry in the thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted and unoriginal storyline.

  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the material.

  • Direction lacks dynamism and fails to create any real tension.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest disappointment with the film's execution and a lack of compelling elements.

Fun Fact

This was one of John G. Avildsen's final directorial efforts before his passing.

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