Coming from a police family, Tom Hardy ends up fighting his uncle after the murder of his father. Tom believes the killer is another cop, and goes on the record with his allegations. Demoted to water-way duty Tom, along with new partner Jo Christman, navigate the three rivers looking for clues and discovering bodies. This time the victims are women Tom knows, he must find the killer to prove his innocence.
A tough, unorthodox Pittsburgh detective is obsessed with catching a serial killer who drowns his victims. He teams up with a female detective, who is also a rookie and the daughter of his former partner, to stop the killer known as the "river killer". The pair must navigate corruption within the police department and their own personal demons as the body count rises.
Striking Distance was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often criticized for its convoluted plot, gratuitous violence, and uninspired action sequences. Despite a strong lead in Bruce Willis, the film failed to impress, leading to its status as a critical and commercial disappointment.
Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some found the action entertaining, many were disappointed by the nonsensical plot and Bruce Willis's unconvincing portrayal of a detective. The film is generally seen as a forgettable entry in the action genre.
The film was heavily re-edited by the studio after initial screenings, leading to continuity issues and a disjointed narrative that even star Bruce Willis has openly criticized.
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