

At Point Blank
A gang of highly efficient and cold hearted robbers strike against a number of banks in Stockholm. The investigation ends up with the criminal detective Klara and the SWAT commander Greger Krona, who together lead the hunt for the robbers. Their investigation takes them in a dangerous direction that proves to have unforeseen consequences. The hunt for the robbers is intense and their methods become more refined and terrifying. Klara ends up in the line of fire, both literally and figuratively, and the investigation takes her in a direction that she could never have imagined.
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Plot Summary
A hardened former Marine, haunted by his past, is drawn back into the criminal underworld when a dangerous deal goes wrong. He finds himself on the run from both the police and ruthless gangsters, forced to confront his demons and fight for survival. His only hope lies in an unlikely alliance and a desperate race against time to clear his name and protect those he cares about.
Critical Reception
At Point Blank (2003) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged its attempts at gritty action and a compelling premise, many found the execution lacking in originality and depth. The film struggled to stand out in a crowded genre, often criticized for its predictable plot points and underdeveloped characters. However, a few viewers appreciated its straightforward, no-frills approach to the crime thriller genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempts at raw, gritty action.
- Criticized for a derivative and predictable storyline.
- Character development was often found to be shallow.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'At Point Blank' is largely unavailable or not widely documented on Google. What limited feedback exists suggests viewers found it to be a standard crime thriller that didn't offer many surprises, with some enjoying its fast pace while others found it forgettable.
Fun Fact
The film's director, William T. Wilkins, is also known for his work on several direct-to-video action films, often featuring a similar gritty aesthetic.
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