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I saw this at my local supermarket and I knew that Debra was in it so I decided to buy it (out of support for that sexy woman!) The plot and acting in this movie was terrible (with the exception of Debra Wilson; and I'm not just saying that because I love her, she seriously was the only actor or actress who had any emotion in their acting and voice!) What I didn't get at the beginning is why the wife didn't just get back in her car instead of running at random like that. It was so stupid. And it's LA (NOBODY saw her being abducted on a public, residential street--NOBODY...yeah, that's realistic!) Also in the park, when Charlie stole the woman's cell phone (for some stupid reason) they were hell bent on finding him (and at one point) when they did they had him at gunpoint--over a CELL PHONE! In reality I doubt the LAPD would go out of their way like that for a stupid cell phone! The lady could've walked up to one of many of those cell phone booths and have it replaced! The kids acting skills sucked too (I think they were reading from a cue card or had somebody off camera whisper their lines) because they'd be asked questions and would look around and then answer in a questionable voice (i.e.-"yes I do miss daddy?") Also how could there be all of those snipers be in the trees and on building rooftops in LA WITHOUT being seen?! I see this being played at 3 AM on USA.
Debra Wilson fanatics will enjoy her parts. She's the only actor with any real acting skills (Debra, sweetheart--stop doing these cheap D-grade, direct to video films...maybe that'll change with the upcoming film Whitepaddy.) She puts some jokes in there (like when one of her superiors comes up and asks her who's she talking to, she screams at her computer and goes "Damnit, Charlie!") I gave it a 4/10...a 4 only because of Debra's good acting skills.
Debra Wilson fanatics will enjoy her parts. She's the only actor with any real acting skills (Debra, sweetheart--stop doing these cheap D-grade, direct to video films...maybe that'll change with the upcoming film Whitepaddy.) She puts some jokes in there (like when one of her superiors comes up and asks her who's she talking to, she screams at her computer and goes "Damnit, Charlie!") I gave it a 4/10...a 4 only because of Debra's good acting skills.
I hate to be too critical, but this one really was bad. I like the Baldwin brothers, I just wish there was more talent evenly spread between them. I did like the general plot, but there was just too much 'trying' and not enough actual 'doing' as far as quality acting was concerned.
My favorite character out of the whole thing was bald cop. He reminded me of Dmitri Valtane ( Jeremy Roberts, I believe ) from Start Trek 6: Undiscovered country. Just, without the hair.
If you have Hollywood Video's MVP program and are really trying to get your money's worth, then through this in with one of the three MVP movies you pick up. It's worth it for a few laughs.
The single most impressive special effect in the whole show is the sound of Stephen Baldwin's rifle firing. I suppose that lets you in a bit on the quality and excitement of the rest of the show.
My favorite character out of the whole thing was bald cop. He reminded me of Dmitri Valtane ( Jeremy Roberts, I believe ) from Start Trek 6: Undiscovered country. Just, without the hair.
If you have Hollywood Video's MVP program and are really trying to get your money's worth, then through this in with one of the three MVP movies you pick up. It's worth it for a few laughs.
The single most impressive special effect in the whole show is the sound of Stephen Baldwin's rifle firing. I suppose that lets you in a bit on the quality and excitement of the rest of the show.
- mattkosorok
- 28 ott 2004
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This film follows the standard crappy movie formula. Remote desert, abandoned buildings, a park, some headsets, some guns, 1 decent actor, 40$ worth of computer effects, and a script written in 20 minutes.
What I found especially bad (funny) was how the actors constantly talk to themselves out loud in the most unnatural manner, so as to explain to us what is already completely obvious. The dialogue is one of the worst I've ever seen, with the hero's wife topping it all off with the worst acting imaginable.
If you're looking for some special forces nifty hand to hand combat, dont rent this movie. If you're looking for something ala Sniper, dont rent this movie. If you're looking for some all guns blazing action, dont rent this movie. If you're looking for realism, don't rent this movie.
There is nothing here. 1 out of 10.
What I found especially bad (funny) was how the actors constantly talk to themselves out loud in the most unnatural manner, so as to explain to us what is already completely obvious. The dialogue is one of the worst I've ever seen, with the hero's wife topping it all off with the worst acting imaginable.
If you're looking for some special forces nifty hand to hand combat, dont rent this movie. If you're looking for something ala Sniper, dont rent this movie. If you're looking for some all guns blazing action, dont rent this movie. If you're looking for realism, don't rent this movie.
There is nothing here. 1 out of 10.
I had to watch this movie for professional reasons and can only say it's a complete waste of time. When running, Baldwin looks like an ape, Characters are dull, same story has been told 1000 times better in other movies. I think everything has been now said about this film, but IMDb requires me to write 10 lines. So:Boring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivialBoring and trivial
- disco_queen
- 24 set 2004
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I rented this film when my girlfriend was away, hoping to see some serious military/specialist action.
After 10 minutes of watching this "movie" I was so terrified and horrified and sick of the quality of everything in this film that I was ready to destroy the rented disc with a flame thrower. Luckily I couldn´t find one. I´ve seen many bad films. But this is not even bad, it is total garbage and it does not even deserve to be counted as a movie here on IMDB.
I feel sorry for the people who have been involved in the making of this total disgrace. Hope it wins some Oscars though :D.
After 10 minutes of watching this "movie" I was so terrified and horrified and sick of the quality of everything in this film that I was ready to destroy the rented disc with a flame thrower. Luckily I couldn´t find one. I´ve seen many bad films. But this is not even bad, it is total garbage and it does not even deserve to be counted as a movie here on IMDB.
I feel sorry for the people who have been involved in the making of this total disgrace. Hope it wins some Oscars though :D.
One of the worst movies I've ever seen. When I was trying to watch this I had flu and i was pretty open minded for any brainless entertainment. Unfortunately this was too much. How, so many totally ungifted actors can be in one movie? This movie makes porn look like European art-movie. Cast just speaks out their lines without any emotions; special thanks to Charlie Snows (Baldwin) soon-to-be-ex-wife who talks about her divorce like the rest of us talk about the weather. Just horrible (and funny).
With lots of booze and friends this might just make it as a background entertainment and few laughs, just like Ed Wood-movies. The plot is a joke and soundtrack straight from some cheeky soap-opera.
Hopefully nobody paid to see this movie.
With lots of booze and friends this might just make it as a background entertainment and few laughs, just like Ed Wood-movies. The plot is a joke and soundtrack straight from some cheeky soap-opera.
Hopefully nobody paid to see this movie.
- rauniotimo
- 21 mar 2004
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Dear Movie Director:
In the future, when trying to create a sense of urgency, it might be best to have your hero *run* instead of jog/shuffle. Especially if you're trying to reinforce a time line. For example, if you're trying to convince the audience that the bad guy really will kill the hostage if the hero doesn't find her, it's probably a good idea to convey the feeling that your hero believes it may actually happen... Let's face it though. Making a *good* movie obviously wasn't your goal. Your goal was to pump out some garbage that will make more money than it cost. Otherwise you might have hired some actors.
Sincerely, Bored Viewer.
This is the worst movie I've seen in a long time. I can't say that it's the worst ever, because I was able to finish it. It was bad, bad, bad though. Dude, where's my refund?
In the future, when trying to create a sense of urgency, it might be best to have your hero *run* instead of jog/shuffle. Especially if you're trying to reinforce a time line. For example, if you're trying to convince the audience that the bad guy really will kill the hostage if the hero doesn't find her, it's probably a good idea to convey the feeling that your hero believes it may actually happen... Let's face it though. Making a *good* movie obviously wasn't your goal. Your goal was to pump out some garbage that will make more money than it cost. Otherwise you might have hired some actors.
Sincerely, Bored Viewer.
This is the worst movie I've seen in a long time. I can't say that it's the worst ever, because I was able to finish it. It was bad, bad, bad though. Dude, where's my refund?
- vertigo_14
- 24 dic 2004
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I saw this film, I could see out. It means this film is watchable. If Baldwin's mimicry would be more inexpressive, or the story would be more tedious and more stereotyped it wouldn't be watchable. I am a hard, soulles member of one of the noname elite firing-squad, the bad guy kidnapped my wife and I have to make her free. That's the story. I recommend this film to all of the Seagal, Van Damme (and Baldwin)fans, and to those people who bring home a video and the 10th minute of the film they are already sleeping. If anybody knows why the producers are wasting their money for films like this one, please tell me.
The storyline is fresh but the budget was low on this TV thriller. Stephen Baldwin is likable as an American soldier whose wife is kidnapped in Los Angeles. The villains are believable but don't expect a lot of action. James Russo, who we've seen many times before, is always a good character. Patty (Bad Seed)McCormack makes a funny,interesting bar maid. Debra Wilson (MadTV) adds a lot of energy as a CIA computer center operator who helps Baldwin when he's on the run. Tammy Trull is a young Latina face to watch. And Baldwin's kids are really cute.
- westwind310
- 21 giu 2004
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This is 1 hour and 24 minutes of pure boredom!!
In this 'Action'- movie, even the gun Baldwin uses (HK G3A3) sucks. It was sent to recycling by armed forces worldwide in the mid eighties, and is now only used by terrorists, bank robbers and military museums.
If I had known this movie was this bad, I would rather watch 10 episodes of MacGyver saving the planet.
No groove, no drive and no feel. Watch the Tupperware-channel it's more exiting than this sorry excuse for a movie. This movie doesn't deserve a '0' on the scale. Better luck next time, Baldwin. Until then, I'll sit here watch my toenails grow that is far more exiting than 'Target' .
In this 'Action'- movie, even the gun Baldwin uses (HK G3A3) sucks. It was sent to recycling by armed forces worldwide in the mid eighties, and is now only used by terrorists, bank robbers and military museums.
If I had known this movie was this bad, I would rather watch 10 episodes of MacGyver saving the planet.
No groove, no drive and no feel. Watch the Tupperware-channel it's more exiting than this sorry excuse for a movie. This movie doesn't deserve a '0' on the scale. Better luck next time, Baldwin. Until then, I'll sit here watch my toenails grow that is far more exiting than 'Target' .
This movie has no real tension or depth. Nothing looks spontaneous or relaxed, all the acting looks like they just memorized the lines and said it, with a little intonation, thats all, bad face expressions. Stephen Baldwin, playing an army guy, who looks totally out of shape, doesn't look convincing. It looks like they shot this in a few days, and nobody got a second take to try to do better. Another movie , where I think, why do people put money in time in a production like that when you just see its not working out. I don't recommend this movie to anyone unless if you want to see, how characterless acting is done and how a good story(more or less good) is totally not used and given or brought to life.
This movie sucks. The acting is worse than in the films we made when we were 10 years old with a camcorder, the effects look like some 80's computer game and the plot is worse than terrible. Even the worst Van Damme movies make this look crappy. The accent and speech rhythm of the 'bad guys' is so bad it's funny..
I wouldn't recommend watching this unless you are a big time fan one of the actors. 1 out of 10.
I wouldn't recommend watching this unless you are a big time fan one of the actors. 1 out of 10.
If this film were to be rated on a scale of 1 to 10, one would need to create a new rating system, as this one should not even qualify. The film's plot, (if you can call it that) revolves around Charlie (Stephen Baldwin), an ex- special operatives agent who is being targeted by the brother of a man he killed while he was still working for the US gov't. If this sounds like an interesting scenario, please don't be fooled, as this film will not deliver that which its action-themed story suggests.
Comedian Chris Rock once said that when one sees an actor doing a bad film that it makes one want to send the actor $50, given that the actor must be desperate for money to be doing such poor quality work. After watching this film, you may want to send Stephen Baldwin $100.
It appears that Baldwin did not put any effort into his role in the film. In the film, Baldwin is forced to run all over the city of Los Angeles in order to protect his "honeycomb" (wife) from being murdered by the brother of a man he previously killed. However, throughout the picture it appears that Baldwin can barely pull off maintaining a light jog. His laid back performance succeeds in subtracting from any suspense that the film might have intended to portray.
If you are the type of person who enjoys watching very bad films and laughing at their shortcomings, than this film is for you. However, if you are looking for a well made action thriller, it would be best to look somewhere else rather than renting this film.
Comedian Chris Rock once said that when one sees an actor doing a bad film that it makes one want to send the actor $50, given that the actor must be desperate for money to be doing such poor quality work. After watching this film, you may want to send Stephen Baldwin $100.
It appears that Baldwin did not put any effort into his role in the film. In the film, Baldwin is forced to run all over the city of Los Angeles in order to protect his "honeycomb" (wife) from being murdered by the brother of a man he previously killed. However, throughout the picture it appears that Baldwin can barely pull off maintaining a light jog. His laid back performance succeeds in subtracting from any suspense that the film might have intended to portray.
If you are the type of person who enjoys watching very bad films and laughing at their shortcomings, than this film is for you. However, if you are looking for a well made action thriller, it would be best to look somewhere else rather than renting this film.
- Leofwine_draca
- 19 nov 2017
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This movie is so bad that it actually gets funny. One of the worst movies I've ever seen in my entire life. The funny thing was that the trailer had scenes in it that wasn't in the movie. Just by watching the trailer I would have saved a lot of my time. It actually showed everything that happened in the movie except for the conclusion and that was also so obvious.
It's honestly hard to think of a reason why this movie was made. This is just so bad. Horrible.
I would give it 0 out of 10 if that would be possible. There is nothing else to say about this movie.
It's honestly hard to think of a reason why this movie was made. This is just so bad. Horrible.
I would give it 0 out of 10 if that would be possible. There is nothing else to say about this movie.
- aleksi-pesala
- 25 lug 2006
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- henrikekstrand
- 8 mag 2009
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(2004) Target
THRILLER
Produced and directed by William Webb that has US Special Forces and sniper, Charlie (Stephen Baldwin) along with his spotter, Curtis (Jeffrey Johnson) on some mission in desert storm kind of environment. What was supposed to be a routine operation forced Charlie to shoot toward some illegal arms dealers who were manhandling his undercover agent. Meanwhile, one of the arms dealers also happens to have a brother, his name is Yevon Bodnar (Yorgo Constantine) who witnessed his brothers demise and was also watching from a distance as well. And he vows revenge after he retaliates by attempting to launch bazooka attacks at them, and both manage to escape. We are then in LA, and we witness Charlie's daily life as he and his wife, Maggie Snow (Deborah Worthing) are separated as he shows up to spend time with their two children, Sam and Lisa Snow. There is a nearby diner that they often go to, to meet the family friend who works their, Maysie (Patty McCormack) and sometimes their uncle, Donovan (James Russo) sometimes shows up. And it is not long before the arms dealer criminal, Yevon Bodner is at LA, and he manages to get his spotter, Curtis first. Yevon then manages to kidnap Maggie before making attempts to go after the two kids who were at school. Except that as a heads up, Charlie manages to send his best friend, Donovan to pick them up before leaving them at their freind's diner. This was during the time when people were using flip phones and there were still open pay phones. Apparently, when Yevon came to LA he has brought helpers with him. A spotter (Steve Matilla), Anna (Inna Swann) and another nobody. Charlie manages to contact NSA, Nolan (Debra Wilson) to give him assistance to figure out who would want him dead and why.
Upon looking at the poster and so forth, I was kind of hoping the tone was similar to the "Sniper" movies that starred Tom Berenger and , and was quite disappointed that it wasn't. What target managed to do instead was it raised more questions than I got answers. Such as if the bad guy, Yevon Bodner was so dangerous how was it he and his cronies was allowed to enter into the country. How Yevon was able to identify, recognize and figure out both Charlie and his spotter Curtis from a distance! Does he have a photographic memory and has the technology to find that out! The fact that everything was done on broad daylight makes this even more unbelievable.
Produced and directed by William Webb that has US Special Forces and sniper, Charlie (Stephen Baldwin) along with his spotter, Curtis (Jeffrey Johnson) on some mission in desert storm kind of environment. What was supposed to be a routine operation forced Charlie to shoot toward some illegal arms dealers who were manhandling his undercover agent. Meanwhile, one of the arms dealers also happens to have a brother, his name is Yevon Bodnar (Yorgo Constantine) who witnessed his brothers demise and was also watching from a distance as well. And he vows revenge after he retaliates by attempting to launch bazooka attacks at them, and both manage to escape. We are then in LA, and we witness Charlie's daily life as he and his wife, Maggie Snow (Deborah Worthing) are separated as he shows up to spend time with their two children, Sam and Lisa Snow. There is a nearby diner that they often go to, to meet the family friend who works their, Maysie (Patty McCormack) and sometimes their uncle, Donovan (James Russo) sometimes shows up. And it is not long before the arms dealer criminal, Yevon Bodner is at LA, and he manages to get his spotter, Curtis first. Yevon then manages to kidnap Maggie before making attempts to go after the two kids who were at school. Except that as a heads up, Charlie manages to send his best friend, Donovan to pick them up before leaving them at their freind's diner. This was during the time when people were using flip phones and there were still open pay phones. Apparently, when Yevon came to LA he has brought helpers with him. A spotter (Steve Matilla), Anna (Inna Swann) and another nobody. Charlie manages to contact NSA, Nolan (Debra Wilson) to give him assistance to figure out who would want him dead and why.
Upon looking at the poster and so forth, I was kind of hoping the tone was similar to the "Sniper" movies that starred Tom Berenger and , and was quite disappointed that it wasn't. What target managed to do instead was it raised more questions than I got answers. Such as if the bad guy, Yevon Bodner was so dangerous how was it he and his cronies was allowed to enter into the country. How Yevon was able to identify, recognize and figure out both Charlie and his spotter Curtis from a distance! Does he have a photographic memory and has the technology to find that out! The fact that everything was done on broad daylight makes this even more unbelievable.
- jordondave-28085
- 28 gen 2024
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1- Stephen Baldwin doesn't care about his involvement in Stephen Baldwin vehicles.
2- The acting in any Stephen Baldwin vehicle ranges from horrible to mildly passable.
3- Writers don't write Stephen Baldwin vehicles, children do.
4- Most of the Stephen Baldwin vehicles revolve around one genre- the Actionless Action genre. It basically consists of crappy action sequences made with little to no effort whatsoever.
5- The director doesn't care about Stephen Baldwin vehicles; he passes his job to an orangutan from time to time.
And now you know.
2- The acting in any Stephen Baldwin vehicle ranges from horrible to mildly passable.
3- Writers don't write Stephen Baldwin vehicles, children do.
4- Most of the Stephen Baldwin vehicles revolve around one genre- the Actionless Action genre. It basically consists of crappy action sequences made with little to no effort whatsoever.
5- The director doesn't care about Stephen Baldwin vehicles; he passes his job to an orangutan from time to time.
And now you know.
- Pierre_Kirby
- 15 mar 2009
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Middle-of-the-road TV movie about what can happen when foreign mercenaries come to the U.S. to revenge against a U.S. Army sniper who has killed one of their own. This is a low budget but nicely acted straight-to-video flick with Stephen Baldwin as the likable protagonist. James Russo is an interesting retired Army sniper, and Baldwin's wife and kids are good. Don't expect a lot of action, and the R-rating may not be warranted, but the storyline is thought-provoking because it could actually happen to many American soldiers. If you're completely opposed to any American military presence overseas, you probably won't like this film.
- bizdevelop
- 22 lug 2004
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- John-ridley33
- 11 dic 2020
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This movie at best would be a C Grade flick (no its not worthy of a B). The acting is emotionless and everything goes to plan a bit to well from start to end.
Charlies wife for somebody whose got the real threat of being killed by her captors looks more bored than scared.
Absolute crap save 90 mins of your life and don't watch it. The only decent acting was from the kids.
IMDb is making me come up with a total of 10 lines for my comment before it will accept it. As it is hard to put 10 lines together on such a crappy movie I've had to ramble for this last paragraph.
Charlies wife for somebody whose got the real threat of being killed by her captors looks more bored than scared.
Absolute crap save 90 mins of your life and don't watch it. The only decent acting was from the kids.
IMDb is making me come up with a total of 10 lines for my comment before it will accept it. As it is hard to put 10 lines together on such a crappy movie I've had to ramble for this last paragraph.
- darkmenace
- 2 set 2004
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Absolute trash. No one in the movie could act except for ex-child actress Patty McCormack as the waitress.
Stephen Baldwin, in a ridiculous haircut, delivers all his lines in a monotone. Zero character development. All the actors were completely unbelievable.
Hokey made-for-TV dialogue, especially between Baldwin and CIA computer operator. How many times can she say, "Listen, brother, I've got your back!"? Conveniently finds troubled CIA black sheep to help him. Coincidentally encounters young girl to aid him. Mindless, bumbling LA cops are horrible stereotypes. Estranged wife predictably warms as they bring children to crime scene (don't they always?)
Melodramatic suspense music made it laughable. Formulaic plot with gratuitous flashbacks and predictable shots.
Starts with an interrogation that is never concluded. Low budget dreck. Unbearable to watch. Sorry I rented it.
Stephen Baldwin, in a ridiculous haircut, delivers all his lines in a monotone. Zero character development. All the actors were completely unbelievable.
Hokey made-for-TV dialogue, especially between Baldwin and CIA computer operator. How many times can she say, "Listen, brother, I've got your back!"? Conveniently finds troubled CIA black sheep to help him. Coincidentally encounters young girl to aid him. Mindless, bumbling LA cops are horrible stereotypes. Estranged wife predictably warms as they bring children to crime scene (don't they always?)
Melodramatic suspense music made it laughable. Formulaic plot with gratuitous flashbacks and predictable shots.
Starts with an interrogation that is never concluded. Low budget dreck. Unbearable to watch. Sorry I rented it.
- honeybear133
- 9 set 2004
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