Surface to Air
Two feuding half-brothers are both assigned to the same aircraft carrier. The carrier is sent to the Persian Gulf and their personal problems are put behind them, while they deal with a Iraqi military officer who has decided to stage a coup. The brothers move in to deal with the problem, but soon find themselves fighting the rebels as well as regular Iraqi troops. When one brother gets in trouble, the other comes to the rescue.
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Plot Summary
A former mercenary, now a law enforcement agent, is framed for the murder of a US Senator. He must race against time to clear his name and expose a conspiracy involving corrupt officials and a ruthless drug cartel. The agent finds himself up against his former comrades and a powerful organization that will stop at nothing to silence him.
Critical Reception
Surface to Air received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired action sequences. While some performances were noted, the film struggled to stand out in the crowded action thriller genre of the late 1990s. Audiences showed little interest, contributing to its low profile.
What Reviewers Say
- Predictable plot that borrows heavily from other action films.
- Action sequences are often poorly choreographed and lack excitement.
- Performances by the lead actors are unable to elevate the weak script.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but its low IMDb rating suggests a lack of positive audience engagement.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around Los Angeles, California.
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