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Last Man Standing
A gang of bank robbers, led by the ultra-violent Snake Underwood, pull off a daring mid-day heist that leaves dozens of burning police cars and scores of innocent victims in its wake. Heading the investigation into the gang is the equally violent detective Kurt Bellmore and going by the book just isn't going to be enough...
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Plot Summary
A mysterious, lone gunman arrives in a dusty Texas town during Prohibition, caught between two warring Irish gangs. He offers his services to the highest bidder, but his true intentions and loyalties remain unclear as he manipulates the conflict to his own advantage.
Critical Reception
Critically, Last Man Standing received a mixed reception. While some praised its stylish direction and a charismatic performance from Bruce Willis, many found the plot derivative of Akira Kurosawa's Yojimbo and Sergio Leone's A Fistful of Dollars, and criticized its excessive violence and lack of originality.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stylish, neo-noir visuals and Bruce Willis's stoic performance.
Criticized for being an uninspired remake of classic films.
Noted for its high body count and gritty action sequences.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's entertaining action and Bruce Willis's performance as a highlight, though many acknowledge its similarities to earlier, more acclaimed films.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is a direct remake of Akira Kurosawa's 1961 samurai film Yojimbo, which itself was loosely based on Dashiell Hammett's novel The Glass Key.
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