
Movie spotlight
Short Fuse
A suspended boxer runs into all sorts of trouble while trying to go to Las Vegas for his comeback match.
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Plot Summary
A former Olympic gymnast, now a skilled thief, is blackmailed into pulling off a dangerous heist. She must use her agility and strategic mind to navigate treacherous security systems and outsmart ruthless criminals. With the clock ticking and betrayal lurking, her life and the lives of those she cares about are on the line.
Critical Reception
Short Fuse received a mixed reception from critics, with many acknowledging the potential of its action sequences and Carrie-Anne Moss's performance, but lamenting a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences found it to be a serviceable, albeit unoriginal, thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced action and Carrie-Anne Moss's athletic performance.
Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of originality.
Found to be a watchable, if forgettable, thriller.
Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be an entertaining action flick, appreciating the fight choreography and suspense. Some noted that while the story wasn't groundbreaking, it delivered on its action promise.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Maze' before being renamed 'Short Fuse'.
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