Blue Lightning
Blue Lightning

Movie spotlight

Blue Lightning

1991
Movie
93 min
Cantonese

Danny Lee is a retired cop investigating the murder of his wife, witnessed only by his son.

Insights

IMDb5.0/10
Director: J.F. LawtonGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A carefree, wealthy young man is drawn into a dangerous world of smuggling and intrigue when he discovers a mysterious briefcase containing millions in bearer bonds. He must outwit both the criminals and the authorities while trying to protect himself and the woman he falls for.

Critical Reception

Blue Lightning was met with generally negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its humor forced. While some acknowledged a certain low-budget charm, the film was largely seen as an uninspired entry in the action-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and weak character development.

  • Humor often falls flat, detracting from the action sequences.

  • Rob Lowe's performance is criticized for lacking depth.

Google audience: Audience reception for Blue Lightning is largely absent from public records, indicating it did not garner significant widespread viewership or discussion.

Fun Fact

The film was written and directed by J.F. Lawton, who also wrote the screenplay for the popular 1990 film 'Pretty Woman'.

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