The Fourth Angel
The Fourth Angel

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The Fourth Angel

2001
Movie
96 min
English

Workaholic reporter, Jack Elgin takes his family on a working trip to India, but their aircraft is hijacked in Cyprus by a previously-unknown terrorist movement, and his wife and daughter are among the slaughtered. With western governments suppressing key facts and unwilling to go after the terrorists, Jack uses his contacts and snooping skill to seek the truth himself.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: John IrvinGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A British agent, operating in Budapest, is suspected of betraying his country after an operation goes disastrously wrong. He is forced to go on the run, pursued by his own government and by a dangerous organization. He must clear his name and uncover the truth behind the botched operation before he is eliminated.

Critical Reception

The Fourth Angel received a generally negative reception from critics, who found the plot convoluted and the action sequences uninspired. While the performances of the lead actors were sometimes noted, they were not enough to salvage the film for most reviewers. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its convoluted and unoriginal plot.

  • Criticized for its uninspired action sequences and pacing.

  • Performances were adequate but couldn't save the film.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available, but general audience reception indicated a lack of engagement with the film's storyline.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Budapest, Hungary, providing a gritty and atmospheric backdrop for the spy thriller narrative.

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