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High Heat
2022 84 min United States of America R 18+
★5.9
Action, Thriller, Crime, Comedy
Director: Zach Golden
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Description
When the local mafia shows up to burn down her restaurant, Ana, a chef with a meticulous past, defends her turf and proves her knife skills both in and out of the kitchen.
Starring
Olga Kurylenko
Actor
Don Johnson
Actor
Dallas Page
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
High Heat is widely regarded as a generic and poorly executed action-thriller that fails to land its intended humor or pacing. While some viewers find minor value in the performances of the leads, the film is largely criticized for its clichéd writing and lack of cohesive energy.
| Screenplay | The screenplay relies on tired, outdated 90s clichés and ineffective plot twists that fail to engage the audience. | |
| Humor | The comedic attempts are largely unfunny, relying on stereotypical characterizations that feel forced rather than witty. | |
| Acting | The performances are hampered by poor character chemistry and writing, with only the lead actors receiving even moderate acknowledgement. | |
| Pacing | The film suffers from a lack of narrative drive, with viewers split on whether the action sequences provide a minor redemption or if the entire production remains exhaustingly dull. |