Land of Bad

20241h 53m Directed by William Eubank
7.3
(1335 votes)
ActionWarThriller

Overview

When a Delta Force special ops mission goes terribly wrong, Air Force drone pilot Reaper has 48 hours to remedy what has devolved into a wild rescue operation. With no weapons and no communication other than the drone above, the ground mission suddenly becomes a full-scale battle when the team is discovered by the enemy.

Land of Bad

Into the Fray: A Tense yet Flawed Rescue Mission in "Land of Bad"

Diego Santillán
Diego SantillánOct 1, 2025
"Land of Bad" is a high-octane, action-packed thriller that drops viewers into the midst of a chaotic rescue operation, where the stakes are high and the tension is palpable. The film's premise, centered around a Delta Force special ops mission gone wrong, is ripe for suspense and intrigue, and for the most part, the movie delivers on its promise of intense, edge-of-your-seat entertainment. With a talented cast and impressive cinematography, "Land of Bad" is a visually stunning and aurally immersive experience that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

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The film's strongest aspect is its ability to craft a sense of urgency and desperation, as Air Force drone pilot Reaper navigates the treacherous landscape to rescue the stranded team. The 48-hour time constraint adds an extra layer of tension, and the movie's pacing is well-balanced, moving seamlessly from quiet moments of introspection to explosive, adrenaline-fueled set pieces. The action sequences are expertly choreographed, with a keen attention to detail that makes the viewer feel like they're right in the midst of the battle. However, the movie's characters feel somewhat one-dimensional, with motivations and backstories that are barely scratched beneath the surface. This lack of character development makes it difficult to become fully invested in the team's fate, and the movie's emotional resonance is subsequently diminished.

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Despite its flaws, "Land of Bad" is a well-crafted thriller that will appeal to fans of the genre. The film's themes of loyalty, duty, and sacrifice are timely and thought-provoking, and the movie's commentary on the complexities of modern warfare is both nuanced and insightful. While the movie's predictability and lack of character depth may detract from the overall experience, the film's technical prowess and commitment to realism make it a compelling watch. With a runtime of 113 minutes, "Land of Bad" is a lean, mean, and efficient thriller that gets the job done, even if it doesn't necessarily leave a lasting impression. Overall, viewers looking for a tense, action-packed ride will find "Land of Bad" to be a satisfying, if not entirely memorable, experience.

CAST

Liam Hemsworth
Liam Hemsworth
Kinney
Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe
Reaper
Luke Hemsworth
Luke Hemsworth
Abel
Ricky Whittle
Ricky Whittle
Bishop
Milo Ventimiglia
Milo Ventimiglia
Sugar
Chika Ikogwe
Chika Ikogwe
Staff Sgt. Nia Branson
Daniel MacPherson
Daniel MacPherson
Colonel Duz Packett
Robert Rabiah
Robert Rabiah
Saeed Hashimi
Jack Finsterer
Jack Finsterer
Victor Petrov
Chris Masters Mah
Bearded Man

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