Fire on the Amazon
Director: Luis Llosa
Actors: Craig Sheffer, Sandra Bullock, Juan Fernández
PlotIn the wilderness of the Amazon rainforest, a dedicated environmental activist is murdered while investigating illegal logging activities threatening the region. R.J. O’Brien, an ambitious American photojournalist, arrives to cover the story and finds himself thrown into the turmoil. O'Brien teams up with Alyssa Rothman, a passionate and stubborn environmentalist who was close to the murdered activist. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a web of corruption involving local authorities and powerful industrial interests.
Facing intense danger and opposition from those who want to keep the truth buried, O’Brien and Rothman must navigate treacherous terrain and powerful adversaries as they search for justice. As sparks fly between them, their resolve strengthens, leading them to take bold steps to expose the culprits responsible for defiling the rainforest. The stakes grow higher with every obstacle they face, emphasizing the urgent need to protect the Amazon and hold those responsible for its destruction accountable.
Writers: Luana Anders, Catherine Cyran, Beverly Gray
Release Date: 14 Jul 2000
Runtime: 87 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Avoid this Blu-ray; despite its fair technical presentation, 'Fire on the Amazon' fails with disjointed editing, lazy acting, and an ineffective message.
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