My Life's on the Line
My Life's on the Line

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My Life's on the Line

1978
Movie
92 min
Mandarin

Minute Fong is a ruthless contract killer who dispatches his victims in precisely sixty seconds. Working exclusively for an organization headed by the Master Chou Jan Tung, Fong begins to take on his assignments with reluctance. Realizing that Fong's days are numbered, Chou hires two new experts to deal with him and his sixty-second technique.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Richard BennetGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disillusioned journalist investigates a powerful corporation after a close friend dies under suspicious circumstances. As he gets closer to the truth, he finds himself targeted by dangerous individuals who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. He must risk everything to expose their illicit activities before he becomes their next victim.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'My Life's on the Line' garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its tense atmosphere and Michael Douglas's compelling performance. While some found the plot predictable, many audiences appreciated its thrilling narrative and social commentary on corporate greed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping suspense and Michael Douglas's intense performance.

  • Felt by some critics to have a somewhat formulaic plot but was engaging for audiences.

  • Applauded for its timely themes of corporate malfeasance.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the strong lead performance, finding it a compelling thriller despite some predictable plot elements. The exploration of corporate corruption resonated well with viewers.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film for Michael Douglas.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended as a theatrical release but was ultimately broadcast as a made-for-television movie due to its sensitive subject matter and perceived marketability at the time.

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