Death in Focus
Death in Focus

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Death in Focus

1989
Movie
74 min
English

Death in all it's faces and stages. From the horrors of Buchenwald to the devastation of Hiroshima. From the political assassinations of the second half of the 20th century to the bloody feeding frenzy of the pythons of Burma. Burned on to the screen like napalm victims of Vietnam. Followed by "Death in Focus" part 2.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Douglas JacksonGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A burned-out investigative journalist takes on a new case involving a series of murders that are suspiciously connected to his past. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that puts his own life in grave danger. He must race against time to expose the truth before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Death in Focus received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and audiences, with praise often directed at its suspenseful premise but criticism leveled at its pacing and predictable plot developments. It's often viewed as a competent but unremarkable entry in the thriller genre of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a decent thriller premise with some suspenseful moments.

  • The plot, while intriguing, tends to become predictable.

  • Performances are adequate, but the film doesn't quite achieve its full potential.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Death in Focus are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed reception, with some viewers finding it an enjoyable, albeit forgettable, thriller, while others felt it lacked originality and compelling execution.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but ended up being primarily distributed as a made-for-television movie.

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