Action,Thriller,Adventure,Crime   United States of America

"The Jackal" is a thrilling action film released in 1997 directed by Michael Caton-Jones. The plot revolves around a highly skilled and psychopathic hitman, known only as The Jackal, who is hired by a powerful member of the Russian mafia to avenge his brother's death caused by an FBI sting operation.

As the FBI learns about the Jackal's involvement, they become determined to capture him before he executes his deadly plan. An experienced deputy FBI director, Carter Preston, played by Sidney Poitier, takes charge of the operation and seeks the help of a former Russian Special Forces Major, Valentina Koslova, portrayed by Diane Venora, who has personal reasons to track down the hitman.

Meanwhile, Declan Mulqueen, an incarcerated Irish Republican Army (IRA) terrorist played by Richard Gere, is approached by Preston to aid them in capturing the Jackal. Mulqueen has previous experience with the hitman and carries intimate knowledge about his methods, making him an invaluable asset to the operation.

The Jackal plans to assassinate a prominent American political figure, and to do so, he meticulously prepares by creating various identities and practicing different methods to achieve his goal. His ruthlessness and cunning make him an elusive and formidable target for those charged with bringing him down.

The pursuit intensifies, taking the team across multiple countries as they follow the Jackal's trail. The film showcases thrilling action sequences, including car chases, shootouts, and psychological mind games between the protagonist and antagonist.

As the cat-and-mouse game between the Jackal and his pursuers continues, tensions rise, and the stakes become higher. Mulqueen's personal experiences with the Jackal become crucial in the race against time to prevent the assassination and bring the hitman to justice. The movie builds up to a climactic final confrontation, where the outcome hangs in the balance until the very end.

"The Jackal" showcases the relentless pursuit of justice, the lengths individuals will go to protect their loved ones, and the challenges faced by law enforcement in capturing an elusive and dangerous criminal.
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