Sniper: Inside the Crosshairs
The deadliest weapon on the battlefield is neither the bullet nor the gun-it's the lone sniper. Through the scopes of the world's most precise marksmen SNIPER: INSIDE THE CROSSHAIRS takes you on a journey to discover the science and psychology behind the most extreme shots in military history. Deconstruct well-known missions from Vietnam to Iraq to Afghanistan by hearing firsthand recollections from the soldiers who were there and whose fingers pulled the triggers. Finally meet Canadian sniper Rob Furlong who for the first time on American television tells the story of his history-making shot in Afghanistan-striking a Taliban fighter from 1.5 miles away. Ballistics tactics weaponry stalking--this feature-length special examines these critical components in vivid detail and uses compelling interviews cinematic reenactments CGI technology and modern-day shooting demonstrations to put you squarely inside the crosshairs.
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Plot Summary
Master sniper Thomas Beckett is on a mission to train a new recruit, Brandon Beckett, who is the son of his former mentor. However, they soon find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse when a rogue sniper begins eliminating targets. Thomas must rely on his decades of experience to protect his son and neutralize the threat before it's too late.
Critical Reception
Sniper: Inside the Crosshairs received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often criticized for its predictable plot and generic action sequences. While some viewers appreciated the return of Tom Berenger as Thomas Beckett, the film was generally seen as a forgettable installment in the Sniper franchise.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a derivative plot and uninspired action.
- Tom Berenger's presence is a highlight, but not enough to save the movie.
- Lacks the tension and grit of earlier installments.
Google audience: Audience reviews are largely absent or mixed, with some appreciating the action and familiar characters, while others found it to be a formulaic and unoriginal entry.
Fun Fact
This film is the fourth installment in the Sniper film series, and it features the return of Tom Berenger as the iconic sniper Thomas Beckett.
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