Olho no Olho
Olho no Olho

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Olho no Olho

1994
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Portuguese

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users65%
Director: Dennis HopperGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A ruthless defense attorney, after being disbarred and framed by a corrupt judge, sets out to exact revenge. She manipulates a naive client into helping her expose the judge's crimes, navigating a dangerous path of legal maneuvering and personal peril. The film explores themes of justice, corruption, and the blurred lines between right and wrong.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Olho no Olho' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its intense performances and suspenseful plot, while others found its narrative convoluted and its violence excessive. Audience reception was similarly divided, leading to moderate box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sharon Stone delivers a compelling performance as a powerful and vengeful lawyer.

  • The film is noted for its dark tone and gritty portrayal of the legal system.

  • Some critics found the plot overly complicated and the resolution unsatisfying.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an intense and gritty thriller, with many appreciating Sharon Stone's performance. However, some viewers felt the plot was difficult to follow and the violence was gratuitous.

Fun Fact

Sharon Stone's character, Sara Gold, was originally conceived with a different backstory before Stone's involvement, reportedly including elements that would have made her more of an anti-hero from the outset.

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