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Creasy, a traumatized ex-CIA agent, gets a job as a bodyguard for Samantha, the twelve-year-old daughter of a wealthy Italian family living in a swanky villa on the shores of Lake Como.
A former CIA operative, now living in Italy, is drawn back into a life of violence when his lover is kidnapped. He must use his specialized skills to navigate the dangerous underworld and bring her home.
The 1987 film 'Man on Fire' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its action sequences uninspired. While Scott Glenn's performance was noted, the film generally failed to distinguish itself within the action thriller genre. Audiences also seemed largely indifferent, contributing to its moderate box office performance.
The film suffers from a predictable and disjointed plot.
Action sequences are often underwhelming and lack tension.
Scott Glenn's performance is a standout but cannot salvage the film.
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This 1987 film is an adaptation of the 1980 novel of the same name by A. J. Quinnell, and is a different film from the more widely known 2004 Denzel Washington version.
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Man on Fire (1987) felt like a typical ‘80s action thriller that didn’t do much to stand out. While the premise had potential, the execution was flat, and I found no real connection with any of the characters. The performances felt stiff, a...