Cape Town
Cape Town

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Cape Town

1996
Movie
Adult · 18+
143 min
English

John Douglas, alias "The Lynx", has just been released after ten long years of imprisonment. He is bent on seeking his revenge on the man responsible for his bad luck: Public Prosecutor David Bleinstein, who now leads a quiet life with his daughter Sarah and his new wife Rachel. Yet again, Private brings you the opportunity to discover a cast of the most beautiful actresses in the most depraved situations!

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Wally PfisterGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disgraced DEA agent, haunted by a past case, travels to Cape Town, South Africa, on a personal mission to track down a notorious arms dealer. He finds himself entangled in a web of corruption and violence, forcing him to confront his demons and fight for survival in a dangerous foreign land. The investigation leads him through the city's underbelly, where trust is scarce and betrayal is common.

Critical Reception

Cape Town (1996) received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its gritty atmosphere and performances, while others criticized its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences found it to be a standard, albeit competently made, crime thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and a decent lead performance.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that doesn't break new ground in the thriller genre.

  • Seen as a serviceable, if unremarkable, crime drama with some stylish direction.

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Fun Fact

Despite being set in Cape Town, South Africa, the film was primarily shot in Los Angeles, California.

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