Visa to Hell
Cop & robber story with a twist. A cop is trying to nail a bad guy (played by Dick Wei). This pisses the bad guy enough that he goes to the cop's house and kills both his wife and his daughter. When the cop gets there, he catches Dick Wei on his way out and ends up cornering him. Dick, who doesn't want to give the cop the satisfaction, jumps to his death. But the cop follows him into hell to make him pay.
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Plot Summary
A decorated DEA agent is framed for murder and treason by his own corrupt superiors. Forced to go on the run, he must prove his innocence while evading both the law and the dangerous criminals he once pursued. With the help of a former informant, he uncovers a vast conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its intense action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot convoluted and predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the thriller elements and others criticizing its dark tone and perceived lack of originality.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its high-octane action and strong lead performances.
- Criticized for a plot that is sometimes hard to follow and relies on clichés.
- The film is considered a solid, albeit unremarkable, entry in the action-thriller genre of the early 90s.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and the chemistry between the main actors. However, some viewers felt the story was overly complicated and the ending somewhat anticlimactic.
Fun Fact
The film's original title was 'Clear and Present Danger', but it was changed to avoid confusion with the Tom Clancy novel and subsequent film of the same name.
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