Moving Target
Moving Target

Moving Target

1996Movie89 minEnglish

A bounty hunter with a pregnant wife who is urging him to get a regular job gets framed for murder and trapped in a war between Russian gangsters.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Thomas JacobGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Marine, framed for a murder he didn't commit, goes on the run to clear his name. He must evade both the police and a ruthless crime syndicate while trying to uncover the truth. Along the way, he forms an unlikely alliance with a woman who holds a key to his innocence.

Critical Reception

Moving Target received a generally negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its action sequences uninspired. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating the low-budget action thrills while others were disappointed by the lack of originality and character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality in both its plot and action sequences.
  • Performances are largely unengaging, failing to elevate the material.
  • A forgettable thriller that offers little excitement or depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available tend to point to it being a generic action thriller that doesn't stand out from its peers. It's often described as a passable way to pass the time if expectations are kept low, but rarely praised for its quality.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 1996, 'Moving Target' was filmed in South Africa, a location often used for productions seeking to cut costs.

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