
Sniper
Amidst the dense, humid Panamanian jungle, “Sniper” delivers a claustrophobic and increasingly isolating thriller focused not on gung-ho heroism, but on the psychological toll of detached, precise killing. A highly skilled, yet haunted marksman, accustomed to working alone, finds himself reluctantly partnered with a by-the-book operative, creating a volatile dynamic as a mission to eliminate rebel insurgents spirals into a desperate fight for survival. The film distinguishes itself through its stark depiction of the burden of responsibility and the eroding trust between soldiers operating under immense pressure, slowly revealing the protagonist’s past trauma and the profound loneliness inherent in his profession. It’s a gritty, grounded action film that prioritizes the escalating tension of a tactical siege and the personal cost of warfare over spectacular action set pieces, exploring the quiet desperation of a man cornered and forced to confront his own demons while battling for his life.
Rolprentbesonderhede
- Regisseur
- Luis Llosa
- Vrystellingsdatum
- 1993-01-29
- Looptyd
- 98 min
- Gradering
- 6.2 / 10 (480)
Rolverdeling
- Tom Berenger
- Billy Zane
- J.T. Walsh













