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Eraser
1996 115 min Canada, United States of America R 18+
★6.4
Action, Mystery, Thriller
Director: Chuck Russell
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Description
A Witness Protection specialist becomes suspicious of his co-workers when dealing with a case involving high-tech weapons.
Budget:
$100M
US Gross:
$101.3M
Worldwide:
$242.3M
Starring
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Actor
Vanessa Williams
Actor
James Caan
Actor
Awards
Academy Awards 1997
— Best Sound Editing
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1997
— Best Action Scene
Key opinion
Eraser is a high-octane action thriller that serves as a quintessential example of Arnold Schwarzenegger's peak genre era. While its dynamic direction and high-budget spectacle are widely praised, the film's screenplay is a point of contention among critics.
| Acting | Schwarzenegger's commanding presence and charisma anchor the film as a definitive piece of his action era. | |
| Direction | Chuck Russell's direction provides a tightly staged and tension-filled viewing experience. | |
| Cinematography | The cinematography and visual effects deliver a high-budget and visually striking spectacle. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are divided between those who find it a gripping thriller and those who dismiss it as a collection of clichés and an unoriginal plot. |