Body Armour
Body Armour

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Body Armour

2007
Movie
90 min
English

A burned-out bodyguard is hired to protect the man he hates the most: an international assassin who destroyed his career and ruined his life. Forced to put his personal feelings on hold, the bodyguard must use all his skills and years of experience to keep the assassin alive in the face of constant danger.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Gavin WildingGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former elite soldier, haunted by his past, is drawn back into the shadows when his estranged daughter is kidnapped. He must race against time and confront dangerous enemies from his past to bring her home safe. The film follows his relentless pursuit through a series of perilous encounters.

Critical Reception

Body Armour is a low-budget action thriller that received generally mixed to negative reviews. Critics often cited its formulaic plot and uneven pacing, though some acknowledged its serviceable action sequences and the earnest effort of its cast. It did not achieve widespread critical acclaim or significant audience traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for some kinetic action scenes.

  • Criticized for a predictable and generic storyline.

  • Performance of the lead actor was noted as a mild positive despite the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Body Armour' are scarce, but general sentiment points to it being a forgettable action film with a standard revenge-thriller plot that doesn't break new ground.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, a common filming location for many genre films due to its diverse landscapes and tax incentives.

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