Catchfire
Director: Dennis Hopper
Actors: Dennis Hopper, Jodie Foster, Dean Stockwell
PlotA talented artist inadvertently witnesses a mob hit and becomes the target of a relentless pursuit by criminals determined to eliminate her as a witness. Desperate to escape her impending fate, she flees from her ordinary life to the isolated landscape of the New Mexico desert, hoping to conceal herself from those who are after her. Despite her efforts, she is quickly tracked down by an enigmatic hitman hired to silence her. However, instead of killing her immediately, the hitman becomes intrigued by her resilience and creativity, prompting an unusual connection between predator and prey.
The hunter’s unexpected fascination transforms his mission, leading to a series of encounters that challenge his own perceptions and motivations. As the artist tries to stay one step ahead of the criminal network closing in on her, she must also grapple with her conflicting feelings about her pursuer. Meanwhile, the hitman faces mounting pressure from his ruthless employers who are growing impatient. Tensions rise in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse set against the stark beauty of the American Southwest. With danger lurking around every corner and trust a rare commodity, both their lives hang precariously in balance, driving them toward a conclusion fraught with uncertainty and unresolved conflict.
Writers: Rachel Kronstadt Mann, Ann Louise Bardach
Release Date: 03 Apr 1990
Runtime: 116 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Catchfire's Blu-ray offers a pristine 1.78:1 presentation and insightful commentary, but the film's uneven edit and humor divide opinions.
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