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Dangerous Pursuit
A young woman's past catches up with her five years later and nearly shatters her life. As a footloose cocktail waitress, she unwittingly once spent the night in Manhattan with a political assassin and now, as a happily married cop's wife, has the misfortune of running into him after all this time in Portland, Oregon -- and the pursuit begins.
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Plot Summary
A young man, recently released from prison, tries to go straight but finds himself entangled in the criminal underworld he desperately wants to escape. He gets caught between a vengeful crime boss and a determined detective, forcing him to confront his past and fight for his future.
Critical Reception
Dangerous Pursuit received a mixed reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and derivative of earlier crime thrillers. However, some praised its energetic pacing and the performance of its lead actor in portraying a man struggling with redemption.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced action sequences.
Criticized for a formulaic and unoriginal storyline.
The lead performance was noted as a highlight, though overshadowed by weak supporting material.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, but those available often point to it being a serviceable, if unremarkable, action-thriller from the era.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, with several scenes utilizing iconic city landmarks.
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