Final Score
Richard Brown, a decorated Vietnam War veteran now living in Indonesia, discovers that gunmen invaded his home, murdered his son, Bobby, (preparing to celebrate his 8th birthday), and gang-raped and murdered his wife, Florinda. Vowing revenge, he begins to track down the culprits, learning in the process that they're in the employ of a business rival named Hawk. At one point he's captured, beaten, and tortured but then he's rescued by Julia, Hawk's personal secretary, who also seeks revenge on her employer for causing the death of her sister. Brown eventually finds and confronts Hawk at Hawk's fortress-like compound.
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Plot Summary
A disgraced former police detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when his former partner is murdered. He must navigate a dangerous web of corruption and betrayal to uncover the truth and bring the killers to justice. Facing powerful enemies and his own inner demons, he finds himself in a race against time to prevent further violence.
Critical Reception
Final Score (1986) received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and uneven pacing. While the action sequences were sometimes praised, the film struggled to distinguish itself within the crowded crime thriller genre of the era. Audience reception was similarly mixed, with some appreciating the straightforward action, while others found it lacking in originality and character development.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its action sequences but criticized for a predictable plot.
- Felt like a generic entry in the 80s crime thriller genre.
- Character development was considered shallow by many reviewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but existing comments suggest a mixed response, with some viewers finding the film to be a passable, albeit uninspired, action movie from the 1980s.
Fun Fact
Despite the presence of Robert Patrick, known for his later iconic role as the T-1000 in 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day', this early film did not significantly boost his career at the time.
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