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Double Tap
Bobby Giovanni is a distraught police detective and father over the edge. Plagued by his past and mourning the death of his wife he compensates by taking Vicodin and other prescription drugs. Upon discovering who murdered his wife he seeks revenge as social services takes his children away!
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Plot Summary
A former Marine sniper, haunted by his past, is drawn back into the world of covert operations when his estranged daughter goes missing. He must race against time and confront dangerous enemies to bring her home safely. The film explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the enduring bond between a father and daughter.
Critical Reception
Double Tap received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the action sequences, the overall consensus pointed to a formulaic execution of a familiar action-thriller narrative. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a passable but unmemorable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Action sequences were competent but failed to elevate a derivative storyline.
Characters lacked depth, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the narrative.
The plot followed a predictable path, offering few surprises for seasoned thriller fans.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their detailed summaries for 'Double Tap (2011)' is not readily available in public databases. General audience sentiment suggests it was seen as a standard, albeit unremarkable, action film.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Marine, Soldier, Spy' during its development stages before being changed to 'Double Tap'.
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