Metro 1997
“LIFE IS A NEGOTIATION.”
What is Metro?
Metro is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 16, 1997
- Studios
- Caravan Pictures, Touchstone Pictures
- Genres
- Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Metro is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A hostage negotiator battles a vengeful bank robber after a botched heist.”
- High‑stakes cat‑and‑mouse tension
- Blend of action and dark humor
- Strong negotiation premise
- Mix of genres may feel uneven
- Runtime approaches two hours
Watch it if you enjoy tense confrontations with a dash of dark comedy.
The film includes violent and intense scenes, suited for mature viewers.
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What is the main character's job?
Roper works as a hostage negotiator.
What sparks the conflict?
A bank robber escapes after a failed heist and targets the negotiator.
What genres are combined in the film?
It blends action, comedy, crime, drama, and thriller elements.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour 57 minutes.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on January 16, 1997.