
Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except
Directed by Josh Becker
Produced by Renaissance Pictures
A gritty 1980s action-thriller about a wounded Vietnam vet drawn back into violence when a cult threatens his attempt at a quiet civilian life.
Jack Stryker took two bullets in the leg in Vietnam and was carried back by one of his men. When he returns, he tries to live a quiet life in his cabin and go back out with his girlfriend, Sally.
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Is Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Is Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Does Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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Like Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































