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Timecop

They killed his wife ten years ago. There's still time to save her.

1994 · 1h 38m · R Action, Crime, Science Fiction, Thriller
Directed by Peter Hyams

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In 2004, an officer for a security agency that regulates time travel must fend for his life against a shady politician who has a tie to his past.

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43%
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Rotten

Van Damme is compelling only when he takes his clothes off.

Gene Siskel, Chicago Tribune
Rotten

For the most part, Hyams' lackluster direction and the repetitive quality of the action sequences squander an intriguing premise and impressive production design, leaving few moments that elicit the sort of 'Wow!' response such fare needs in order to pros

Brian Lowry, Variety
Rotten

SF specialist Peter Hyams, doubling as usual as director and cinematographer, leaves his record for mediocrity unblemished in this silly time-travel tale.

Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader
Fresh

Hyams is no stranger to large-scale sci-fi, so his management of the massive sets and slightly mechanical fx is more than adequate.

Geoff Andrew, Time Out
Fresh

Years of tireless persistence have begun to work in Mr. Van Damme's favor. It's hard not to enjoy his energy, even if his acting gifts still leave a lot to be desired.

Janet Maslin, New York Times

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