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Wild Card
Thriller about a former preacher, now a professional gambler, who heads down New Mexico way to visit an old buddy, only for him to be killed. It is not long before the Preacher is uncovering a hotbed of corruption and murder in the seemingly peaceful town, aptly named Farewell.
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Plot Summary
A retired spy, now living a quiet life, is drawn back into the dangerous world of espionage when her estranged daughter becomes entangled with a ruthless international crime syndicate. She must confront her past and use her formidable skills to protect her daughter and dismantle the organization responsible for the threat.
Critical Reception
Wild Card received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, who found its plot predictable and its execution lacking. While some performances were noted, the film failed to distinguish itself within the thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
Critics found the film to be a derivative and uninspired thriller.
The plot was widely criticized for being predictable and cliché.
Performances were a mixed bag, with few standing out.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a low opinion of the film, with many citing its unoriginality and poor pacing as major drawbacks.
Fun Fact
Despite its late 1992 release in some regions, 'Wild Card' was largely overshadowed by more prominent thrillers of the era and is considered a relatively obscure entry in the genre.
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