
Smokescreen
Gerald Price, who is a clerk at at advertising agency, is tired of being lowest in rank. When he meets the girl of his dreams he has to deal with her boyfriend, a gangster.
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Plot Summary
A former intelligence agent is drawn back into the shadowy world of espionage when his ex-wife and her new husband become targets of a ruthless terrorist organization. He must use all his skills to protect them and uncover the conspiracy before it's too late. The mission forces him to confront his past and the dangerous enemies he thought he'd left behind.
Critical Reception
Smokescreen received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing a predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some performances, particularly Scott Glenn's, were noted as competent, the film struggled to distinguish itself in the crowded action-thriller genre of the late 1980s. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, failing to gain significant traction.
What Reviewers Say
- A standard, by-the-numbers action thriller that offers little in the way of innovation.
- Scott Glenn's presence elevates the material somewhat, but not enough to save the film.
- The plot is convoluted and the action sequences lack excitement.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in various parts of Europe, including Germany and Austria, to provide a diverse international backdrop for the espionage thriller.
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