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One Good Man
Aaron Young is a good man. But even good men can be put to the test. Just when it seems his life can’t get more complicated, it does. Pressures with his job are reaching the breaking point, one daughter is struggling to find herself, and another has found a fiancé — complete with future in-laws who are anything but supportive. To top it all off, Aaron has been called to be the bishop of his ward. At this pivotal point in his life, Aaron wonders if anything he does helps the people closest to him. A warm and deeply moving film about the choices and complications of everyday life, One Good Man is the story of an unsung hero trying to do the right thing, regardless of the consequences.
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Plot Summary
In this crime thriller, a former cop, now a private investigator, is hired to find a missing woman. His investigation leads him into a dark world of organized crime and deceit. He must confront his own past demons while navigating dangerous territory to uncover the truth. The case becomes deeply personal as he gets closer to solving the mystery.
Critical Reception
One Good Man received mixed reviews. While some critics praised the gritty atmosphere and the performances of its veteran cast, others found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film struggled to find a wide audience and is generally considered a direct-to-video release with limited critical impact.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a noir-thriller vibe but often falls short.
Performances from recognizable actors are a highlight, though the material is standard.
The plot offers few surprises for seasoned genre fans.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce and generally lukewarm, with few detailed reviews available. What little feedback exists suggests it's a passable thriller for fans of the lead actors but not a standout.
Fun Fact
The film features a cast with a notable history in action and B-movies, including Lorenzo Lamas, Jeff Fahey, and C. Thomas Howell, alongside the late David Carradine.
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