In the Shadows
When a stunt man dies in Miami, his uncle, a New York mob boss, sends a hit man to tail the stunt coordinator, whom the boss wants dead. The hit man, Eric O'Bryne, gets close to his mark's daughter, and through her he asks her dad to teach him to do stunts. While waiting for the word to kill this mentor, Eric discovers the joy of stunt work and of being part of a family. Meanwhile, several people are looking for the dead man's briefcase of money and a bag of illegal drugs that he stole from an undercover FBI agent now desperate to get the borrowed drugs back to the bureau. The stunt coordinator says that 'we dance in the shadows of death.' Can Eric step out into the sun?
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Plot Summary
A young, ambitious lawyer takes on a high-profile murder case that seems to have a clear culprit. However, as he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, corruption, and hidden agendas. He finds himself in a dangerous game where the truth is elusive and his own life is at risk.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who generally found the plot predictable and the execution lacking in originality. Some noted the performances as a minor saving grace, but they weren't enough to elevate the overall film.
What Reviewers Say
- The thriller elements were considered underdeveloped.
- The plot was seen as derivative of other legal thrillers.
- Performances were competent but couldn't salvage the weak script.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film, making it difficult to ascertain specific points of like or dislike from Google users.
Fun Fact
Despite being a 2001 release, 'In the Shadows' did not receive a wide theatrical release and is primarily known as a made-for-television film.
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