Stark: Mirror Image
Stark: Mirror Image

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Stark: Mirror Image

1986
Movie
96 min
English

Sequel to the original movie about a hard-boiled Kansas City cop finds him tracking a colleague's killer to Las Vegas.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Michael MillerGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful author grappling with writer's block finds himself drawn into a complex mystery involving a woman who claims to be his former lover. As he delves deeper, the lines between reality and fiction begin to blur, forcing him to confront unsettling truths about his past and his own sanity. The situation escalates when the woman disappears, leaving behind a trail of cryptic clues and danger.

Critical Reception

Stark: Mirror Image received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its pacing uneven. While some acknowledged the performances, particularly Peter Strauss, the film was often criticized for its failure to deliver a satisfying or coherent narrative. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, leading to its status as a lesser-known thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a muddled plot that is difficult to follow.

  • Performances are adequate but cannot salvage the weak script.

  • The thriller elements fail to generate significant suspense.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'Mirror Image' by David P. Pearson.

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