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Prime Video's 'Killer Heat' Premieres to Mixed Reviews

Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Shailene Woodley, and Richard Madden, the film is criticized for its predictability despite a star-studded cast.

  • Killer Heat, a crime thriller based on Jo Nesbø's short story 'The Jealousy Man,' is now streaming on Prime Video.
  • The film, set on a Greek island, follows private detective Nick Bali (Gordon-Levitt) investigating a suspicious death within a wealthy family.
  • Critics have panned the film for its predictable plot and lack of originality, with FandomWire giving it a 4 out of 10.
  • Gordon-Levitt and Woodley reunite for the first time since 'Snowden,' with both actors praising the experience of working together again.
  • Despite the film's shortcomings, the Mediterranean setting and strong performances by the lead actors have been highlighted as positives.
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