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Point of No Return
Min is an assassin. His adopted son Eagle and his son KK kill another assassin, Michael, because he broke the rule of the assassin group. This breeds contempt in Panther, Michael's brother. He tries every means to identify Eagle and wants to kill him. When all come to failure, he frames Eagle to have broken the group's rule.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, after a failed suicide attempt, is given a choice: face life in prison or become a government assassin. Trained in the art of killing and deception, she is sent on missions across the globe, living a double life where her emotions are suppressed and her existence is dictated by her handlers. As she becomes more proficient, she begins to question her assignments and develop a desire for a normal life, putting her and everyone around her in danger.
Critical Reception
Point of No Return (the 1990 film, also known as 'The Assassin') received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While praised for its stylish direction and a strong performance from Bridget Fonda, some found the plot derivative of earlier action films. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining and tense thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Bridget Fonda delivers a compelling and physical performance as the conflicted assassin.
The film boasts a stylish aesthetic and efficient action sequences.
Despite its strengths, the plot treads familiar ground for the assassin genre.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's action and Bridget Fonda's lead role, finding it a solid thriller. Some noted that the story felt a bit predictable but enjoyed the overall execution.
Fun Fact
The film is an American remake of the 1988 French film 'Nikita', which was directed by Luc Besson.
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