
Enemies Within
After stumbling on to a runaway germ warfare experiment, an investigative reporter must find his own murderer.
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Plot Summary
A successful, but workaholic lawyer finds his life unraveling when he becomes entangled with a dangerous former client. The lawyer's professional and personal life are threatened as he attempts to sever ties with the manipulative and vengeful individual, leading to a desperate struggle for survival.
Critical Reception
Enemies Within received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actors, particularly Michael Douglas. However, many found the plot predictable and derivative of other thrillers, leading to a lukewarm reception.
What Reviewers Say
- Solid performances from the lead actors elevate the film.
- The thriller plot, while engaging at times, feels overly familiar.
- A somewhat predictable narrative that relies on familiar genre tropes.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally acknowledged the suspenseful elements and the acting prowess of Michael Douglas and Kevin Bacon. However, many viewers felt the storyline lacked originality and failed to deliver a truly surprising conclusion.
Fun Fact
Although the film is set in New York City, much of it was filmed in Los Angeles.
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