Movie spotlight
Firearm
Private investigator Alec Swan, against his own wishes, becomes embroiled in a case involving the strange and the ultra-human. The first movie that's faithful to the comic book... because it IS the comic book! This VHS film was bundled with Malibu Comics' Firearm #0, part of its Ultraverse line.
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Plot Summary
A former detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the dangerous underworld when his former partner is murdered. He must confront a powerful crime syndicate and uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. With his own life on the line, he races against time to bring the killers to justice.
Critical Reception
Firearm received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and predictable action sequences. While some acknowledged its attempt at a gritty thriller, most found it to be a forgettable entry in the action genre of the early 90s.
What Reviewers Say
Predictable plot and uninspired action.
Lacks originality and fails to deliver compelling characters.
A generic thriller that offers little excitement.
Google audience: Audience reception for Firearm is largely unavailable, with no significant volume of reviews to indicate specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in South Africa, doubling for an unspecified American city.
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