Gun Shy

Gun Shy

Year: 2017

Runtime: 92 min

Language: German

Director: Simon West

ActionAdventureThrillerComedyCrime

A former rock star seeking refuge in Chile finds his peaceful existence shattered when his wife is kidnapped. He must overcome his personal struggles and forge alliances with unexpected individuals to rescue her. The situation escalates into a frantic and darkly comedic pursuit as he confronts dangerous criminals and battles to save the woman he loves.

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1

Turk's Dream Life

Turk Henry, a mega-platinum rock star, enjoys a lavish lifestyle married to the beautiful supermodel Sheila. Despite his fame and fortune, he feels a sense of emptiness after leaving his band for his relationship with her.

2

Desertion from the Band

Turk is ousted from his own band after abandoning them during his romance with Sheila. This decision haunts him as the band achieves unprecedented success in his absence, leaving him isolated in his mansion.

3

Forced Vacation in Chile

Sheila decides it is time for Turk to leave his reclusive life and drags him to Chile. The change of scenery is meant to refresh Turk but becomes the backdrop for an unforeseen disaster.

Chile
4

Sheila's Abduction

While in Chile, Sheila is kidnapped by a group of renegade pirates, taking her away in a shocking turn of events. Turk is thrust into panic mode as he realizes the seriousness of the situation.

Chile
5

Ransom Demand

The kidnappers discover Sheila is Turk's wife and demand a ransom of $1 million. Despite his wealth, Turk realizes the gravity of the situation as he contemplates his next move.

6

Reaching Out for Help

In a state of desperation, Turk tries to contact his agent, John Hardigger, for assistance. However, John refuses to help, leaving Turk feeling powerless and frustrated.

7

An FBI Agent's Skepticism

FBI agent Ben Harding is assigned to the case but is skeptical about the investigation's prospects. He has his own agenda, hoping for a career boost by framing the kidnapping in a more serious light.

Santiago
8

Marybeth's Arrival

Without a choice, Turk contacts Marybeth, John's assistant, for support. Marybeth arrives in Chile with Clive Muggleton, but their encounter brings comedic tension with Clive’s inappropriate behavior.

Chile
9

The Plan to Mislead Ben

Clive devises a plan to distract Ben and aid Turk in securing the ransom. Their collaboration gives Turk a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos, as they work against the FBI's interference.

10

Tragic Confrontation

A confrontation leads to a tragic turn when Ben inadvertently kills Clive, creating a domino effect of chaos. With Clive out of the picture, Turk is left with no choice but to deliver the ransom himself.

11

Kidnappers' Hideout

Turk finally arrives at the kidnappers' hideout, only to find both Ben and Clive present, leading to a showdown. Tensions rise as Juan, the lead kidnapper, insists on meeting Turk alone.

12

Ben's Demise

In a moment of chaos, Ben accidentally kills himself with his own grenade while attempting to thwart Turk. This unexpected twist leaves the situation even more unstable.

13

Turk's Emotional Plea

In an emotional climax, Sheila encourages Turk to declare his love through music, leading him to perform a heartfelt song. This moment serves as a catalyst for their emotional reunion.

14

Financial Ruin

After the reunion, Marybeth reveals that John has drained several of Turk's accounts, leaving him financially ruined. Turk faces the harsh reality of his situation, reduced to playing small gigs.

15

Clive's Revenge

In a surprising turn of events, Clive, who faked his own death, tracks down John. Clive’s actions restore some balance as he manages to reclaim the stolen funds Turk desperately needs.

Last Updated: October 25, 2024 at 12:06

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