Standoff
A troubled veteran gets a chance at redemption by protecting a girl from an assassin after she witnesses a murder. Holding a shotgun with a single shell, he engages in physical and psychological warfare in a desperate fight for the girl's life.
Release Year
2016
Runtime
80 min
Audience Score
6.1
Genres
Action, Crime, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A troubled veteran gets a chance at redemption by protecting a girl from an assassin after she witnesses a murder. Holding a shotgun with a single shell, he engages in physical and psychological warfare in a desperate fight for the girl's life.
Why This Page Helps
Standoff is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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