The Firing Line
“The Shortest Distance Between Life and Death”
Synopsis
An American military advisor becomes disillusioned by the brutality and corruption of the Central American government which hired him. When his shift in sympathies becomes known, he's arrested and tortured but soon escapes, along with a beautiful American woman, in order to join the rebels.
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The Firing Line (1988) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-03-27
Top Cast
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Reb Brown
Mark Hardin
Shannon Tweed
Sandra Spencer
Kahlena Marie
Laura
Mel Davidson
Milton Green
Carl Terry
Julio Montiero
Tony Carreon
Minister Figueroa
Jerry Beyer
Carlos Perez
Andy Jacobson
Capt. Delgado
Dick Isaac
Col. Nunez
Mike Monty
Daniel Rodriguez
Jane Fullerton-Smith
Rebel
Cybil Wilcox
Rebel
Liza Baur
Rebel
Wendy Stone
Rebel
Gwen Cameron
Rebel
Donald Wilson
Government Soldier
Irene Chapman
Rebel
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jun Gallardo
- Screenplay & Story
- Jun Gallardo
- Original Score
- Marita Manuel
- Original Title
- The Firing Line
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Philippines
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Silver Screen International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jun Gallardo
Jun Gallardo, Sonny Sanders
Marita Manuel
Carl Sommers
René Tucker
K.Y. Lim
Department Leadership Roster
Jun Gallardo
Director
Sonny Sanders
Writer
Sam Thompson
Production Design
Jun Gallardo
Screenplay
Marita Manuel
Original Music Composer
Carl Sommers
Director of Photography
René Tucker
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Firing Line
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Firing Line about?
An American military advisor becomes disillusioned by the brutality and corruption of the Central American government which hired him. When his shift in sympathies becomes known, he's arrested and tortured but soon escapes, along with a beautiful American woman, in order to join the rebels.
Who directed The Firing Line?
The Firing Line was directed by Jun Gallardo.
Who stars in The Firing Line?
The principal cast of The Firing Line includes Reb Brown, Shannon Tweed, Kahlena Marie, Mel Davidson, Carl Terry.
When was The Firing Line released and how long is it?
The Firing Line was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Firing Line?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Firing Line was composed by Marita Manuel.