Parting Shots 1999
“When Harry found out he had six weeks to live, something snapped...and it wasn't his camera.”
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Topic: Film "Parting Shots" (1999). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- May 14, 1999
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Scimitar Films
- Genres
- Romance, Crime, Comedy
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.5/10 from 15 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~99 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Scimitar Films
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Topic: Film "Parting Shots" (1999).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: Parting Shots
Year: 1999
Release Date: 05/14/1999 (GB)
Genres: Romance, Crime, and Comedy
Runtime: 1h 39m
Protagonist: Harry Sterndale (synopsis) / Harry Ster (overview snippet) -> Use "Harry Sterndale" as it's the full name in the synopsis.
Plot:
Harry Sterndale is a failed photographer.
He receives a cancer diagnosis.
Told he has three months to live (synopsis) / six weeks to live (overview snippet). Conflict alert: Synopsis says 3 months, overview says 6 weeks. I will mention the diagnosis/timeframe as provided.
Decision: Kill or destroy people who crossed/hurt him because he will be dead before trial.
Action: Hires an assassin to finish
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of romance and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Parting Shots worth watching?
Parting Shots holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 15 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Parting Shots and when was it released?
Parting Shots is a feature film with a runtime of 99 minutes. It was released in 1999. Release status: Released.
Who directed Parting Shots?
Parting Shots was directed by Michael Winner.
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