No Way Back
Director: Frank A. Cappello
Actors: Russell Crowe, Helen Slater, Etsushi Toyokawa
PlotFBI Agent Zack Grant's life spirals out of control following a botched operation that leaves his partner dead. In a turn of events mingled with betrayal and misunderstanding, Grant finds himself caught in a complex situation involving the Yakuza, Japan's formidable crime syndicate. The incident leads to the kidnapping of his young son, pushing Grant to the edge as he struggles to navigate a dangerous path that intertwines his professional duties with personal desperation. His quest for redemption and retaliation draws him deeper into a world of crime and punishment, where the lines between justice and vengeance blur.
As Grant embarks on this treacherous journey, he is forced to ally with Yuji, a Japanese criminal with connections to the Yakuza, who has his own reasons for wanting to escape the gang's clutches. This unlikely partnership forms the crux of their survival strategy as they navigate the criminal underworld, facing relentless threats from those who seek retribution and control. Their mutual need for freedom and protection from their enemies creates a tense and precarious bond, highlighting themes of trust, loyalty, and the lengths to which one will go to save those they care about. Together, they confront a series of increasingly dangerous situations, each step forward drawing them into a deeper maze of intrigue and danger that tests the very limits of their resolve and determination.
Writers: Frank A. Cappello
Release Date: 20 Dec 1996
Runtime: 91 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English, Japanese
Home Video Reviews
'No Way Back' is a laughably bad film with poor quality all around, best avoided.
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