Nowhere to Run
When the law can't protect the innocent, the only hero left is an outlaw.
Directed by Robert Harmon
Produced by Columbia Pictures, Adelson-Baumgarten Productions
A straightforward action-thriller about an escaped convict protecting a vulnerable family from corporate villains, balancing heroic redemption with modest emotional stakes.
Escaped convict Sam Gillen single-handedly takes on ruthless developers who are determined to evict a widow with two young children.
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Is Nowhere to Run violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of films.
Does Nowhere to Run end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Nowhere to Run sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
Is Nowhere to Run easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Nowhere to Run scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Nowhere to Run
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Nowhere to Run, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Nowhere to Run, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Nowhere to Run, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
