Directed by:
Simon WestCinematography:
Peter Menzies Jr.Composer:
Carter BurwellCast:
John Travolta, Madeleine Stowe, James Cromwell, Timothy Hutton, Leslie Stefanson, Daniel von Bargen, Clarence Williams III, James Woods, Mark Boone Junior (more)Plots(1)
There’s the right way, the wrong way and the Army way. But there’s no way military investigator Paul Brenner (John Travolta) is going to participate in a cover-up when Fort MacCallum officials try to hide the motive behind the murder of a beautiful female officer. Travolta’s magnetic performance sparks this riveting thriller featuring an all-star cast led by Madeleine Stowe as Brenner’s co-investigator and former flame, with James Cromwell, Timothy Hutton, Clarence Williams III and James Woods among the suspects. (Paramount Home Entertainment)
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A decent enough crime drama in a military setting. Perfect cast, very good script and an amazing John Travolta. I could easily stand more films like this.
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John Travolta didn't fit the role for my tastes. His quipping was awkward, and when he was supposed to be angry, I really didn’t buy it. Simon West, in short, probably won't be the director to push him to give a good dramatic performance, although Travolta certainly has what it takes. Madeleine Stowe, on the other hand, gave off a much more plausible impression. Luckily, though, The General's Daughter has an interesting, honest crime plot and manages to be thrilling, so no spectator harm takes place - it’s just rather unfortunate that it could have been better if, for example, the considered Michael Douglas had accepted the main role.
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