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The Hidden (1987)

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Reviews Counted:18

Fresh:15

Rotten:3

Average Rating:7/10

Runtime: 1 hr 38 mins

Genre: Science-Fiction/Fantasy

Synopsis: A diligent cop finally tracks down and arrests a businessman who has suddenly, inexplicably turned into a serial killer. Figuring that the case is closed, the policeman is surprised when a... A diligent cop finally tracks down and arrests a businessman who has suddenly, inexplicably turned into a serial killer. Figuring that the case is closed, the policeman is surprised when a mysterious FBI agent becomes involved with the investigation. It soon appears that the perpetrator isn't quite what he seems to be... and even though he's near death, he's found a way to make sure that the killing doesn't stop. [More]

Starring: Michael Nouri, Kyle MacLachlan, Clarence Felder, Claudia Christian

Starring: Michael Nouri, Kyle MacLachlan, Clarence Felder, Claudia Christian, Catherine Cannon

Director: Jack Sholder

Director: Jack Sholder
Screenwriter: Jim Kouf

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May 21, 1997

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One of those pleasant surprises that turned out far more intelligent and exciting than it looked, and it holds up well nearly 20 years later.

Full Review Source: Combustible Celluloid | comment Comment
10/27/05
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid

Manages to make the old alien-parasite routine look fresh

Full Review Source: rec.arts.movies.reviews | comment Comment
01/01/00
Shane Burridge
Shane Burridge
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Full of great car chases . . . gleefully violent antisocial behavior, and enough bullet-fests to qualify for an honorable mention from the John Woo appreciation society

Full Review Source: eFilmCritic.com | comment Comment
03/19/03
Brian Mckay
Brian Mckay
eFilmCritic.com

This 1980s B-movie, sci-fi actioner kicks ass.

Full Review Source: Netflix | comment Comment
11/07/02
James Rocchi
James Rocchi
Netflix

What could have been a great sci-fi horror flick with awesome effects priorities talky buddy-cop thriller and alien comedy clichés

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06/10/05
Andreas Samuelson
Andreas Samuelson
Slasherpool

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Mike Bracken
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01/01/00
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10/28/03
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10/28/03
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10/28/03
Brian Webster
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Vincent Canby
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Hal Hinson
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10/30/03
James O'Ehley
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An interesting s-f, crime thriller. Fast-paced, action-packed and most enjoyable.

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Bob Bloom
Bob Bloom
Journal and Courier (Lafayette, IN)

Pretty decent sci-fi thriller.

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05/20/03
Ken Hanke
Ken Hanke
Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

A fast and furious blast of sci-fi action that was obviously inspired by The Terminator.

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03/05/06
Chuck O'Leary
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FulvueDrive-in.com

Superior B-movie fare cleverly disguised as a Terminator rip-off.

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01/22/03
Rob Vaux
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