Machete Kills

Robert Rodriguez directed this 2013 American action exploitation picture, and Kyle Ward wrote the screenplay from a story by Robert and Marcel Rodriguez. It is a sequel to "Machete" (2010), and the third film to grow out of a fake trailer from "Grindhouse" (2007). The protagonist, Machete Cortez (Danny Trejo), a former Mexican Federal agent, is recruited by U.S. President Rathcock (Charlie Sheen) to thwart a global threat. Initially targeting revolutionary Mendez (Demián Bichir), who threatens to launch a nuclear missile, Machete discovers that the true antagonist is billionaire arms dealer Luther Voz (Mel Gibson), who plans to destroy the world using space-based weaponry. Facing numerous challenges, including mercenaries and clones, Machete receives assistance from Luz (Michelle Rodriguez), Miss San Antonio (Amber Heard), and other allies. The film is characterized by its satire, exaggerated violence, and pop culture references, adhering to the traditions of the exploitation genre. The ending sees Voz escaping into space, with Machete in pursuit, hinting at a potential sequel.