Skin Trade
Skin Trade

Movie spotlight

Skin Trade

2017
Movie
Adult · 18+
110 min
English

The huge warehouse is cold and the studs are masked. Cheating wives are brought to Skin Trade to confess to their sins and fantasies.

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IMDb5.0/10
Google Users45%
Director: Ekachai UekrongthamGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A tough New York detective heads to Bangkok to hunt down the crime lord responsible for his partner's death. He teams up with a local detective and a Muay Thai fighter, navigating the dangerous underworld of human trafficking. Together, they fight to dismantle the network and bring the perpetrators to justice, facing brutal challenges along the way.

Critical Reception

Skin Trade received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing out its predictable plot and generic action sequences. However, some appreciated the performances of its lead actors and its attempt to tackle a serious social issue, albeit through a violent lens. Audience reception was similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its action sequences and the presence of Dolph Lundgren.

  • Criticized for its clichéd storyline and lack of originality.

  • Some found the film's exploration of human trafficking to be heavy-handed.

Google audience: Google users expressed mixed feelings, with some enjoying the action-packed nature of the film and Lundgren's performance. Others found the plot to be uninspired and the violence excessive, failing to offer anything new to the genre.

Fun Fact

Dolph Lundgren not only starred in 'Skin Trade' but also served as one of its producers, having been involved in its development for several years.

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