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The Killing Season
A comprehensive cast of the main players provides an enthralling account of one of the most turbulent periods of Australian political history. For the first time, Kevin Rudd gives his full account of the period and relives in vivid detail the events of losing the Prime Ministership. Julia Gillard is forthright with her recollections and analysis and doesn't spare her colleagues.
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Plot Summary
A former Special Forces operative living in hiding is targeted by a Serbian veteran seeking revenge. As the assassin closes in, the former soldier must confront his past and fight for survival. The film follows their brutal cat-and-mouse game across remote wilderness.
Critical Reception
The Killing Season was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who widely panned its predictable plot, poor dialogue, and uninspired action sequences. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many expressing disappointment in the performances of its lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its generic revenge plot and lack of originality.
The film suffers from weak writing and unconvincing character motivations.
Despite its star-studded cast, the action sequences are uninspired and poorly executed.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a general dissatisfaction with the film's predictable storyline and perceived lack of depth. While some appreciated the attempt at a gritty thriller, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
Fun Fact
This film marked the first on-screen collaboration between veteran actors Robert De Niro and John Travolta, despite their long careers in Hollywood.
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