Message from the King
On a relentless quest to avenge his sister's murder, a man from Cape Town infiltrates a sprawling network of lowlifes and elites in Los Angeles.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
102 min
Audience Score
6.2
Genres
Action, Mystery, Thriller
Story Snapshot
On a relentless quest to avenge his sister's murder, a man from Cape Town infiltrates a sprawling network of lowlifes and elites in Los Angeles.
Why This Page Helps
Message from the King is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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