Backdraft
A somewhat contrived screenplay doesn't stop this thriller from serving up some of the most spectacular fire sequences ever committed to film. Like any Ron Howard production Backdraft is impressively slick and boasts a stellar cast, including Kurt Russell and William Baldwin. The actors play sibling rivals who have been at odds since the death of their firefighter father years earlier. Robert De Niro is the veteran fire inspector who is tracking a series of mysterious and deadly arsons, and Donald Sutherland is effectively creepy as the former arsonist who understands the criminal psychology of pyromaniacs. Rebecca De Mornay, Scott Glenn, and Jennifer Jason Leigh are featured in supporting roles. Backdraft is a triumph of stunt work and flaming special effects. --Jeff Shannon
Director(s): Ron Howard
Production: MCA Universal Home Video
Nominated for 3 Oscars. Another 1 win & 5 nominations.
- R (Restricted)
- Year:
- 1991
- 135
- 15,736 Views
One breath of oxygen and it explodes in a deadly rage.
Silently behind a door, it waits.
In that instant it can create a hero... or cover a secret.
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