The Shooter
The Shooter

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The Shooter

2013
Movie
90 min
Danish

The five days when Copenhagen was held in a panic grip by an intelligent activist and former elite shooter, who takes to arms when a woman journalist writes about the government’s broken promises in an environmental question.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Nick LyonGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A former Marine sniper, living in seclusion after a botched mission, is framed for the assassination of a diplomat. He must go on the run, clearing his name while evading both the authorities and the real killers.

Critical Reception

The Shooter is a low-budget action thriller that received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot, clunky dialogue, and uninspired action sequences. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim or widespread recognition.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fails to deliver compelling action or a coherent narrative.

  • Suffers from weak acting and a by-the-numbers plot.

  • A forgettable entry in the direct-to-video thriller genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Shooter' is sparse, but available comments generally point to a disappointing viewing experience, with viewers often criticizing the film's lack of originality and overall poor execution.

Fun Fact

The film was released directly to video and television, indicating a limited theatrical release and a focus on the home entertainment market.

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