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Texas Hit
Jae-Hun (Son Hyun-Joo) is separated from his wife and two daughters. He struggles to make ends meet, while working as a grocery deliveryman. Seung-Hyeon (Yu Geon) works with Jae-Hun delivering groceries. Although he is only in his 20's, he also struggles to make ends meet. One day, while Jae-Hun and Seung-Hyeon make a delivery, they notice a famous baseball pitcher (Kim Kwang-Hyun) at the apartment of a young woman. The famous pitcher is married to a woman several years older than him. A few days later, Seung-Hyeon comes up with a plan that could make him and Jae-Hun a lot of money.
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Plot Summary
A former special forces operative, burdened by the loss of his family, seeks revenge against the ruthless cartel leader responsible for their deaths. He embarks on a violent mission through the treacherous landscape of Texas, facing down dangerous adversaries and confronting his own demons. The film culminates in a brutal showdown where justice is sought through extreme measures.
Critical Reception
Texas Hit received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences, who found its plot derivative and its execution lacking. The film was criticized for its gratuitous violence, weak character development, and uninspired direction, failing to deliver a compelling crime thriller.
What Reviewers Say
The film is criticized for its predictable plot and excessive gore.
Performances are generally seen as uninspired.
Lacks the depth and tension expected from a crime thriller.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a general dissatisfaction with the film's low production value and generic storyline. Many viewers found the action sequences unengaging and the overall experience forgettable.
Fun Fact
Director Eric Etebari also stars in the film as the lead protagonist, marking his directorial debut after a career primarily as an actor.
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