On Dangerous Ground
Vusi Madlazi returns to the South African village he left as a young boy (he was organizing against apartheid, and left in fear of his life) to bury his father. He meets up with his brother Ernest, who tells him their other brother Stephen couldn't be contacted. Vusi goes to Johannesburg to find him, but at first can only find his neighbor/girlfriend, Karin, a stripper. Vusi proceeds to learn how conditions have changed since the end of apartheid, not always for the better for black men.
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Plot Summary
A tough, incorruptible narcotics detective is framed for murder and must go on the run to clear his name. Pursued by his own department and a ruthless crime syndicate, he finds unexpected help from a mysterious woman who holds a key to the conspiracy.
Critical Reception
On Dangerous Ground received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uneven pacing. While some acknowledged the efforts of the cast, the film was largely seen as a formulaic action thriller that failed to distinguish itself within the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a predictable and uninspired storyline.
- Performances are serviceable but can't elevate the weak material.
- Pacing issues and a lack of originality hinder the overall viewing experience.
Google audience: Audience reviews for On Dangerous Ground are scarce, but those available suggest a lukewarm reception, with viewers finding it a standard, unremarkable action film.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, utilizing various urban locations to create its gritty atmosphere.
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