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High Voltage
Donnie Yen is back with a vengeance in this electric action thriller. The star of Fist of Fury, Hero and Highlander goes up against Hong Kong's deadliest gangsters in a no holds barred duel to the death. Donnie Yen has proven to be one of martial arts most reliable and dedicated martial arts stars. Through the years he's been the lead in his own films, as well as co-starring with the modern legends such as Jet Li and Jackie Chan.
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Plot Summary
A former boxer, now a martial arts instructor, is forced back into his violent past when his father is kidnapped by a ruthless crime syndicate. He must use his skills to fight his way through a gauntlet of dangerous opponents and uncover a conspiracy to save his father's life.
Critical Reception
High Voltage is a low-budget action film that received mixed to negative reviews from critics, primarily focusing on its straightforward plot and violent fight sequences. While some appreciated the martial arts choreography, many found the acting and overall production values to be lacking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic martial arts sequences.
Criticized for a predictable plot and thin character development.
Found to be a standard, uninspired action flick.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but general sentiment indicates it's a forgettable action movie with some decent fight scenes that don't quite elevate it above B-movie status.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Isaac Florentine, would go on to direct several other action films, including 'Undisputed II: Last Man Standing' and 'Ninja'.
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