Man Hunt
Man Hunt

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Man Hunt

1984
Movie
91 min
English

A young man buys two horses at an Arizona race track but fails to get a receipt. Later, when riding across the land of a rancher named Robeson, he's accused of stealing the two horses. Unable to prove ownership, the young man is then sentenced to prison where he's forced to do chain-gang type work. He escapes, is recaptured, and escapes again as he tries to locate the man who sold him the horses.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Kevin ConnorGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A hardened Vietnam veteran, searching for his missing brother, finds himself entangled in a deadly conspiracy involving a corrupt government agency and a ruthless assassin. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a plot that reaches the highest levels of power, forcing him to fight for his life and expose the truth. The film follows his perilous journey as he navigates treacherous situations and confronts dangerous adversaries.

Critical Reception

Manhunt (1984) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. It was often criticized for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uneven pacing. While some appreciated the action sequences, the film generally failed to leave a lasting impact in the thriller genre. The television movie format also limited its scope and ambition.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that treads familiar thriller territory.

  • Performances are generally seen as serviceable but not particularly memorable.

  • The action sequences are adequate but lack innovation.

Google audience: Audience reception for Manhunt (1984) is largely absent from public records. Where reviews are available, they tend to reflect a general lack of engagement, with viewers finding the movie to be an unremarkable entry in the action-thriller genre.

Fun Fact

Manhunt (1984) was originally conceived as a television movie and later re-edited for theatrical release in some international markets.

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