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JACK REACHER (2012)
Summary:
When a seemingly straightforward case of a mass shooting leads to the arrest of an ex-military sniper, the accused demands that Jack Reacher be brought in. Reacher, a former military police major, arrives with a pre-existing belief in the suspect's guilt but is quickly drawn into a complex web of deceit and conspiracy as he uncovers evidence that suggests a much larger, more sinister plot at play.
Working alongside the defense attorney, Reacher uses his unique skills and relentless determination to expose the truth behind the crime, navigating dangerous encounters and uncovering the powerful figures behind the manipulation.
Keywords: Jack Reacher, 2012, Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Action, Thriller, Mystery.
Plot:
In Pittsburgh, a sniper targets five random people in a mass shooting. Former U.S. Army sniper James Barr is quickly arrested, with overwhelming evidence pointing to his guilt. During interrogation, Barr writes "Get Jack Reacher" on a notepad. Reacher, a former military police investigator, arrives in Pittsburgh, initially convinced of Barr's guilt due to a past encounter with him where Reacher vowed to bring him down if he ever re-emerged.
However, Reacher agrees to investigate the case at the behest of Helen Rodin, Barr's defense attorney and the daughter of the District Attorney. As Reacher delves deeper, he uncovers inconsistencies in the evidence and realizes that Barr might be a patsy in a much larger, more sophisticated conspiracy. He teams up with Helen to navigate the dangerous underworld of powerful figures, including the mysterious and brutal "The Zec" and his henchman Charlie, who are determined to cover up their tracks and eliminate anyone who gets close to the truth.
Cast (Lead Roles):
- Tom Cruise as Jack Reacher
- Rosamund Pike as Helen Rodin
- Robert Duvall as Cash
- Werner Herzog as The Zec
- Jai Courtney as Charlie
Crew:
- Director: Christopher McQuarrie
- Screenwriter: Christopher McQuarrie (based on the novel "One Shot" by Lee Child)
- Producers: Tom Cruise, Don Granger, Paula Wagner
- Composer: Joe Kraemer
Release Info:
- Original Release Date: December 21, 2012 (USA)
- Language: English
- Genre: Action, Thriller, Mystery
- Running Time: 130 minutes
- Accolades: N/A