All Superheroes Must Die

All Superheroes Must Die

Year: 2011

Runtime: 78 mins

Language: English

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Masked vigilantes Charge (Jason Trost), Cutthroat (Lucas Till), The Wall (Lee Valmassy) and Shadow (Sophie Merkley) are stripped of their powers by a vengeful nemesis (James Remar). To save more than a hundred civilians, they must complete his deadly tasks; refusal or failure will destroy the entire town.

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Timeline & Setting – All Superheroes Must Die (2011)

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Time period

Contemporary

The action unfolds in a modern era, with televisions and a citywide broadcast driving the plot. The town’s infrastructure and media setup place the action in a recognizable present-day setting. The stakes feel immediate and grounded in current-era technologies and concerns.

Location

Abandoned town, Lumber mill, Scrap yard, Hardware store, Cabin, Bar

The story unfolds in a seemingly abandoned town wired for a cruel game. Key settings include a hardware store, a lumber mill, a scrap yard, a remote cabin, and a bar, all turned into arenas for deadly trials. The decayed environment heightens the sense of danger and the fragility of the supposed heroes.

🗺️ Abandoned town 🏭 Industrial ruins 🔒 Isolation

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Main Characters – All Superheroes Must Die (2011)

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Charge / John (Jason Trost)

A determined, possessive leader who steps forward to guide the group after their powers are stripped. He reveals he never possessed powers and has aged steadily, which shapes his pragmatic, sometimes grim decisions. His deep bond with Shadow and willingness to sacrifice for others define his arc.

⚔️ Leader 💔 Love 🧭 Morality

Cutthroat / Ben (Lucas Till)

A close ally whose pragmatic instincts keep the group focused amid chaos. He trusts Charge’s plan even as the danger intensifies, embodying loyalty even unto a tragic end. His memory haunts the team as they confront the consequences of their choices.

🧭 Loyalty ⚔️ Leadership 💔 Tragedy

The Wall / Charlie (Lee Valmassy)

The protective powerhouse of the group, who pushes through danger with sheer will. His power wanes, and he suffers fatal injuries, underscoring the fragility of their team and the cost of living without certainty. His sacrifice underscores the high price paid for safety.

🛡️ Protector 💪 Determination 💔 Sacrifice

Shadow / Jill (Sophie Merkley)

A skilled ally who adapts after losing invisibility, showing resilience and resourcefulness. She shares a meaningful bond with Charge and plays a pivotal role in protecting civilians and guiding the group toward the final confrontation. Her choices reflect a balance between personal risk and collective good.

🕵️‍♀️ Stealth 💖 Love 🌀 Resilience

Rickshaw (James Remar)

The merciless mastermind who broadcasts a controlling citywide game. He kills civilians to wound the heroes emotionally and advances his cruel agenda with calculated force. His manipulation reveals a chilling view of power as entertainment and control.

🎭 Villain 🧨 Manipulation 👁️ Obsession

Sledgesaw (Nick Principe)

One of Rickshaw’s brutal enforcers, wielding intimidation and force to maintain the game’s momentum. His presence heightens the danger of the trials and pushes the heroes toward decisive actions.

⚔️ Enforcer 🧨 Brutality 🔥 Threat

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Major Themes – All Superheroes Must Die (2011)

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🤝 Loyalty

Loyalty binds the four former friends as they confront Rickshaw’s game, testing what they owe to one another versus their own survival. Each decision reveals the depth of their bond and the limits of trust under pressure. The narrative centers on whether friendship can outlast manipulation and violence.

💔 Sacrifice

Civilians become pawns in a brutal contest, forcing characters to confront the cost of protecting others. Charge and Shadow must weigh mercy against necessity as the stakes escalate. Sacrifice is presented as a tragic, sometimes grim, path to preserve the greater good.

⚖️ Power

The lure and cost of power drive the plot, as some characters gain abilities while others remain powerless. Leadership hinges on responsibility rather than strength, especially as moral lines blur under Rickshaw’s cruelty. The film probes whether power corrupts or simply reveals true character.

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