Under Pressure (1997)
A heat wave in Los Angeles becomes the catalyst for a heroic fireman's mental breakdown in this intense, violent drama. The unrelenting heat only adds to the pressures of his job. When his wife leaves him, the firefighter becomes psychotic, expressing his rage in increasingly violent ways, on anyone who crosses his path. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Charlie Sheen, Mare Winningham, (more)
- Director(s):
- Craig R. Baxley
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- R
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of Under Pressure
A heat wave in Los Angeles becomes the catalyst for a heroic fireman's mental breakdown in this intense, violent drama. The unrelenting heat only adds to the pressures of his job. When his wife leaves him, the firefighter becomes psychotic, expressing his rage in increasingly violent ways, on anyone who crosses his path. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 88 mins
Complete Cast of Under Pressure
- Charlie Sheen
- Roy Anderson - Gangbanger #3
- Director(s):
- Craig R. Baxley
- Writer(s):
- Betsy Giffen Nowrasteh
- Producer(s):
- Chris Chesser, Alan Beattie
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- R(Violence, Profanity)
- Categories:
- Mystery & Suspense
Warning:
This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language.
You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at
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