Fire with Fire
Fire with Fire

Fire with Fire

2012Movie97 minEnglish

A fireman takes an unexpected course of action when a man whom he's been ordered to testify against—after being held up at a local convenience store—threatens him.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes16%
Metacritic29/100
Google Users48%
Director: David BarrettGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former neo-Nazi informant agrees to testify against his former associates, entering witness protection. However, his past catches up to him when a contract killer is hired to silence him. He must then confront his dangerous former life to protect the woman he has fallen in love with.

Critical Reception

Fire with Fire received generally negative reviews from critics, who found the plot predictable and uninspired. While the action sequences were noted by some, the film was largely criticized for its clichéd storytelling and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and relies too heavily on genre clichés.
  • Performances are serviceable, but can't elevate the weak script.
  • Predictable plot with uninspired action.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed-to-negative reception, with many finding the film to be a generic action thriller that doesn't offer anything new. Some viewers appreciated the presence of Bruce Willis and the action elements, but the overall consensus is that the movie is forgettable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Untouchable' before being changed to 'Fire with Fire'.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Living in protective custody. Not so much when they track you down and you gotta fight for your life. Has action mixed with some comedy.