The Jackal

Synopsis

The Jackal is a 1997 action thriller film starring Bruce Willis as a notorious international assassin known as The Jackal. When a top FBI official seeks his help to track down an unknown enemy who has set his sights on a high-profile target in Washington D.C., a race against time begins. As The Jackal meticulously plans his next move, an unconventional alliance forms between a Russian agent played by Richard Gere and a top Irish terrorist played by Sidney Poitier. The tension escalates with each twist and turn, leading to a nail-biting climax that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Cast

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  Bruce Willis

  The Jackal

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  Richard Gere

  Declan Mulqueen

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  Sidney Poitier

  Carter Preston

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  Diane Venora

  Major Valentina Koslova

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  J.K. Simmons

  FBI Agent T. I. Witherspoon

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  Mathilda May

  Isabella Zanconia

Reviews

The Jackal, directed by Michael Caton-Jones, received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised Bruce Willis' intense performance as The Jackal, others criticized the film for its lack of originality and predictable plot. Rotten Tomatoes gave The Jackal a score of 24%, with the consensus stating, 'It's a competently made action thriller, but The Jackal lacks the suspense and originality of the films it borrows from.' IMDb users rated the movie 6.4/10, with many praising the thrilling action sequences and the chemistry between the lead actors. Metacritic awarded The Jackal a score of 36/100, citing the film's formulaic storyline and uneven pacing as major drawbacks.