The Forger
Director: Philip Martin
Actors: John Travolta, Christopher Plummer, Tye Sheridan
PlotRay Cutter, a talented art forger, strikes a deal with a crime syndicate to secure an early release from prison to be with his terminally ill son, Will. To earn his freedom, Ray must agree to forge a priceless painting and steal the original from a museum. Upon release, Ray reconnects with his father, Joseph, who assists him with the elaborate and risky plan. As they work meticulously on the forgery, Ray is torn between his criminal obligations and his desire to care for Will.
The pressure mounts as Ray juggles the dangerous heist, his strained relationship with his father, and the need to bond with his ailing son. Ray navigates complex challenges and moral dilemmas while plotting the art theft, all under the watchful eye of law enforcement and the crime syndicate. The stakes grow higher as the deadline approaches, pushing Ray to make difficult choices that could alter the course of all their lives.
Writers: Richard D'Ovidio
Release Date: 24 Apr 2015
Runtime: 92 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
"The Forger" squanders its cast with a trite family drama and odd heist plot; however, the Blu-ray's picture quality is solid, though audio is merely serviceable.
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