Sniper
Sniper

Sniper

1993Movie98 minEnglish

Tough guy Thomas Beckett is a US Marine working in the Panamanian jungle. His job is to seek out rebels and remove them using his sniper skills. Beckett is notorious for losing his partners on such missions. This time he's accompanied by crack marksman Richard Miller.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Google Users65%
Director: Luis LlosaGenres: Action, War, Thriller

Plot Summary

Master sniper Thomas Beckett is sent on a mission to eliminate a Serbian warlord responsible for ethnic cleansing. Partnered with a rookie sniper, Richard Miller, Beckett must overcome mistrust and challenging terrain to complete the assignment. Their perilous journey tests their skills and resilience as they navigate enemy territory and their own conflicting approaches to survival.

Critical Reception

Sniper received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release, often cited for its straightforward action and predictable plot. However, it developed a cult following over time, particularly appreciated for its gritty portrayal of military operations and the performances of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action sequences and practical effects.
  • Criticized for a derivative plot and weak character development.
  • Tom Berenger's performance as a seasoned sniper was often highlighted.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's action and suspense, with many finding it an entertaining, albeit not groundbreaking, war film. Some viewers felt the plot was too simplistic, but the visceral nature of the sniping scenes garnered positive remarks.

Fun Fact

The film's success led to a long-running franchise with numerous sequels, most of which also starred Tom Berenger as Thomas Beckett.

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