Assassin
A retired agent from an Intelligence Agency is contacted by the Agency in order to stop an ultra-secret robot who is killing some government officials. That will be not an easy task, because the robot looks human and it was specifically built to be an efficient killer, not to mention that it is almost invulnerable.
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Plot Summary
An assassin is hired to kill a corrupt FBI agent, but his assignment becomes complicated when he falls for the agent's daughter. He must navigate a dangerous web of deceit and betrayal while trying to protect her and complete his mission.
Critical Reception
Assassin received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its intense action sequences and James Woods' performance, while others found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reception was generally lukewarm.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful cat-and-mouse dynamics.
- James Woods' intense performance was a standout element.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot and occasional pacing issues.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a watchable, albeit unremarkable, 80s action thriller.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the 1975 novel 'Rape of Richard Beck' by Donald E. Westlake, writing under the pseudonym Richard Stark.
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