Defeat the Devil!
Defeat the Devil!

Defeat the Devil!

1990Movie93 minJapanese

A one part drama/made for TV movie starring Rie Miyazawa

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A small-town sheriff stumbles upon a dark conspiracy involving a corrupt politician and a ruthless crime syndicate. As he delves deeper, he finds himself targeted and must race against time to expose the truth before he becomes another victim. The film explores themes of justice, betrayal, and the fight against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

While 'Defeat the Devil!' garnered some attention for its gritty atmosphere and intense action sequences, critical reception was largely mixed. Reviewers praised the lead performance but often cited a predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters. Audiences found it to be an entertaining, albeit flawed, crime thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and solid lead performance.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and uneven pacing.
  • The film's dark tone and suspenseful moments were highlighted.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's suspenseful storyline and the strong presence of the main actor. Some viewers felt the plot was somewhat formulaic, but most found it to be a compelling and satisfying crime drama.

Fun Fact

The film's gritty, rain-soaked aesthetic was achieved by the production team deliberately choosing to shoot during the Pacific Northwest's notoriously damp autumn season.

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