The story follows a man named Ray (played by ) who is killed while fighting against a drug cartel. He is resurrected by paranormal forces, gaining supernatural abilities such as enhanced strength, durability, and healing. Realizing he has become an unstoppable force, he adopts the mantle of "Lazarus" to clean up his neighborhood and take down the criminal organization responsible for his death. Production and Visuals
A common complaint is that the movie is "woefully badly paced" and "repetitive," often stretching scenes with unnecessary dialogue. Critical Reception Lazarus (2021)
The 2021 film , written and directed by R.L. Scott , is an independent superhero action movie that attempts to blend 1990s comic book aesthetics with a gritty, urban vigilante narrative. While it has been praised for its ambitious premise and solid fight choreography, it is widely criticized for its low-budget execution, pacing issues, and underdeveloped story. Plot Overview The story follows a man named Ray (played
“Lazarus expresses “darkness” or night through a dark, blue lens... it’s a nice way to make it moody, but it also makes it harder to see what the hell is going on.” Blogger.com · 4 years ago Production and Visuals A common complaint is that
The low budget is apparent in the weak CGI and inconsistent sound design, which sometimes leaves the action feeling "dull and quiet".
The film aims for a "comic book" look, using cool "swipes" between scenes and a moody, blue-tinted lens for darkness.
Many reviewers agree that the martial arts and fight scenes are the film's strongest point, featuring gritty, "tough" choreography.