Absolute Power

6.7

1997

121 mins

CrimeDramaAction

A master thief coincidentally is robbing a house where a murder—in which the President of the United States is involved—occurs in front of his eyes. He is forced to run, while holding evidence that could convict the President.

Murder at 1600

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The Sentinel

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The Contract

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Shooter

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Edge of Darkness

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The Double

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Shaft

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