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Executive Protection
After causing a commotion with his last assignment, Falk has been given a desk job, which hardly agrees with his personality, and he ends up accepting an offer from an old friend to buy into a private investigation agency. Another friend of Falk's, Sven, purchased a business in Estonia, and when local gangsters attempted to pressure him into paying protection money, Sven retained the services of Nikolaus Lehmann, a burly private eye, to throw them off his trail. However, Lehmann does his job all too well, murdering the racketeers, and then threatening Sven and his family. With no where else to turn, Sven asks Falk to help him deal with the crazed Lehmann; Falk agrees, but soon realizes he's dealing with a more dangerous man than he imagined when Lehmann kidnaps Falk's wife Jeanette, and then releases her with a time bomb locked around her neck, demanding that Falk hand over ownership of his detective agency to Lehmann.
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Plot Summary
A former Special Forces operative turned bodyguard, John Gold, is tasked with protecting a wealthy businessman's son who is caught up in dangerous criminal dealings. As Gold delves deeper into the situation, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not only his client but also his own life. He must use all his skills to navigate the treacherous underworld and ensure the young man's survival.
Critical Reception
Executive Protection received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, largely due to its perceived low production values, uninspired plot, and weak performances. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the action genre, with little to distinguish it from other direct-to-video releases of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its unoriginal storyline and predictable action sequences.
Often cited as having poor acting and direction.
Labeled as a generic and uninspired action thriller.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews is not readily available or is not significant enough to provide a summary.
Fun Fact
Lorenzo Lamas, known for his role in 'Renegade,' also directed and starred in this film, attempting to blend his action persona with a behind-the-camera role.
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