The Saint
Director: Phillip Noyce
Actors: Val Kilmer, Elisabeth Shue, Rade Serbedzija
PlotA master thief known for his use of various aliases inspired by Catholic saints is on a mission in Moscow at the behest of a powerful Russian oligarch. Tasked with stealing a top-secret microchip, he successfully breaks into his target's heavily guarded office. Disguising himself and utilizing an array of high-tech gadgets, he retrieves the chip amidst tense cat-and-mouse sequences. However, when he delivers the microchip, his client decides to double-cross him. The situation forces the elusive thief to escape, setting him on a dangerous path intertwined with political intrigue and corporate espionage.
In search of the ultimate payday, he accepts another high-stakes assignment from a corrupt Russian industrialist. This time, he must steal a revolutionary cold fusion formula developed by an idealistic American scientist. His charm and wit allow him to seduce her, intending to gain access to her groundbreaking research. As he delves deeper into his deception, unexpected emotions jeopardize his flawless reputation and the success of his mission. Meanwhile, tensions escalate as Russians try to reclaim power amid precarious economic conditions. As loyalties shift and danger mounts, the expert thief is forced to navigate a web of betrayal and global conspiracies. He must decide between fulfilling his contract or following his growing moral compass, which could alter his life forever.
Writers: Leslie Charteris, Jonathan Hensleigh, Wesley Strick
Release Date: 04 Apr 1997
Runtime: 116 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English, Russian
Home Video Reviews
The Saint's Blu-ray offers decent video and audio but lacks restoration and features, mirroring the film's unbalanced narrative and character strengths.
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