Absolute Evil (2009)

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Southern Texas. Savannah and Cooper, a young couple in love, drive through the desert in a black 70s Cadillac convertible. Unaware that they are being followed, they check into a motel at the Mexican border. When Savannah leaves to buy food, a cop sneaks into the room, pulls his gun on Cooper, accuses him of murder and tries to arrest him. But Savannah, who had become suspicious, manages to turn the tables:

Film Overview
"Absolute Evil" is a 2009 crime-thriller film directed by Ulli Lommel and set during a gangster-era in Savannah, Georgia. The movie stars David Carradine as Raf McCane, who was the kingpin of criminal operations in the city during the 1960s. It dives deep into the mental horror and suspense category as it unfolds the narrative of a love triangle that progresses amazingly into a homicidal spree.

Plot
At the center of the plot is Savannah Miller (Carolyn Neff) - a gorgeous female torn between her love for 2 harmful men- Raf McCane and Frank Donovan (Rusty Meyers). Raf McCane has a dark and violent past marked by the horrific murder of his dad. The trauma from this event has actually left Raf a hardened lawbreaker, craving power and control. Frank Donovan, on the other hand, is a charming yet manipulative criminal, producing stress in the triad.

The story commences as Savannah runs away from her abusive partner, Frank, who she thought she had seen murdered. Keeping her previous tricks hidden, Savannah seeks haven in Savannah, Georgia. Nevertheless, her past slowly reaches her in its most unanticipated way. Raf, now a relatively reformed character, offers Savannah a fresh lease on life, just for the unforgiving chains of her past to reappear.

Dispute and Resolution
As Savannah immerses herself in the allure of a new life, she discovers 2 women, whose significant similarity to her develops a chilling awareness; these women are the previous other halves of her seemingly bloodthirsty husband, Frank. Regardless of a stint of cooling murders, Savannah decides to combat back, figured out not to be a helpless victim anymore.

With the noose of law enforcement tightening up around them, Raf and Frank start waging a war of control and dominance, while Savannah becomes a bone of contention. She needs to tread carefully to protect herself from the violent chaos that engulfs her life.

Critical Reception and Final Thoughts
"Absolute Evil" is a movie that threads the line in between raw mental scary and crime thriller, and it does so compellingly. David Carradine delivered a powerful efficiency as Raf, matching the spooky atmosphere of the film, providing an unforgettable character study into the mind of a violent wrongdoer.

In spite of a somewhat intricate narrative structure, "Absolute Evil" is a movie that leaves audiences mesmerized by its screen of human strength amidst the darkest of scenarios. The savagery of the characters is caught in a cooling yet appealing manner. The motion picture weaves together styles of love, betrayal, power, and survival, leading to a captivating watch even for those not riveted by the horror or criminal activity categories.

In conclusion, "Absolute Evil" is a testament to the fight in between power, love, and the thirst for survival. The cycle of life and death, murder, and escape while battling inner devils are crucial elements that make the film a gripping watch, using a raw and gruelling check out the relentless darkness that humans can.

Top Cast

  • David Carradine (small)
    David Carradine
    Raf McCane
  • Rusty Joiner (small)
    Rusty Joiner
    Cooper Lee Baines
  • Carolyn Neff (small)
    Carolyn Neff
    Savannah Miller
  • Ulli Lommel (small)
    Ulli Lommel
    Rick
  • Christopher Kriesa (small)
    Christopher Kriesa
    Beauregard
  • Elissa Dowling (small)
    Elissa Dowling
    Lillie McCane
  • Mark Irvingsen (small)
    Mark Irvingsen
    Ringo
  • Jamie Bernadette (small)
    Jamie Bernadette
    Maggie
  • Gloria Hendry (small)
    Gloria Hendry
    Blind Woman
  • Sam Scarber (small)
    Sam Scarber
    Taylor Jones
  • Julie Michaels
    Clerk