Highly Dangerous Man
Highly Dangerous Man

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Highly Dangerous Man

1991
Movie
120 min
Arabic

In prison, Sayed Kabaka meets two of his closest friends, Bader and Mustapha. After getting out, Mustapha finds out that his wife died without receiving the proper care promised by his partners, and that his daughter is placed in an orphanage. He teams up with Kabaka and Bader to take revenge on his partners for what they did.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: J. Michael LiererGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former government agent is drawn back into the dangerous world of espionage when his former partner is murdered. He must confront a ruthless crime syndicate and uncover the conspiracy behind the killing before he becomes the next victim. The film follows his perilous journey as he seeks justice and tries to prevent a larger catastrophe.

Critical Reception

Highly Dangerous Man received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and subpar execution. While some acknowledged the presence of veteran actors like John Saxon and Don Stroud, their performances were often overshadowed by the film's low production values and weak script. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film struggling to find a significant following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its predictable storyline and lack of originality.

  • Panned for its poor acting performances and uninspired direction.

  • Considered a forgettable entry in the action genre of the early 90s.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but general audience sentiment aligns with critical reviews, suggesting a lack of engagement and satisfaction with the film's execution.

Fun Fact

Despite being listed in the main cast, Michael Dudikoff's role in "Highly Dangerous Man" is often considered minor or uncredited in many databases.

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