Getting Even
Getting Even

Getting Even

1986Movie89 minEnglish

A soldier-of-fortune steals some Russian nerve gas from Afghanistan, and brings it to the U.S. to be analyzed. A greedy millionaire rancher finds out about it and sets out to steal it.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Dwight H. LittleGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Green Beret, framed for a murder he didn't commit, must go on the run to clear his name. He becomes involved in a desperate fight against a powerful drug cartel that is operating with impunity. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches high into the government.

Critical Reception

Getting Even (also known as 'Caged Fury') is a low-budget action film that received largely negative reviews from critics. While some acknowledged its modest action sequences, the film was often criticized for its predictable plot, weak dialogue, and uneven performances. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the action genre of the mid-1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • The action sequences, though limited, are a passable highlight.
  • The plot is highly derivative and lacks originality.
  • Performances are generally uninspired, with little depth.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Getting Even' is difficult to ascertain due to a lack of readily available user reviews on major platforms. The film is not widely discussed or recognized by general audiences.

Fun Fact

Despite its title in some regions, 'Getting Even' is not directly related to other films with similar titles that focus on revenge plots, such as 'Getting Even' (1998) or 'Getting Even' (2001).

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