The Rookie
Veteran cop Nick Pulovski is used to playing musical partners; many of the partners he's had in the past have died on the job, and often as a result of Nick's risky tactics. But the rookie who's been assigned to help Nick bust a carjacking ring is almost as hotheaded as he is … and when Nick gets kidnapped, his newbie partner is his only hope.
Critics Sentiment
Nick breaks free and fights Max at warehouse
Liesl sexually assaults handcuffed Nick at warehouse
The film's lowest point during the uncomfortable assault scene jumps significantly when David finally gets angry and begins his rescue mission
The Rookie starts promisingly with solid action sequences but suffers from poor chemistry between Eastwood and Sheen as buddy cops. The film hits its lowest point during problematic scenes in the middle act before recovering with explosive finale action sequences that showcase impressive stunt work, though critics ultimately found it a forgettable entry in Eastwood's filmography.
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Clint Eastwood
Nick Pulovski
Charlie Sheen
David Ackerman
Raúl Juliá
Strom
Sonia Braga
Liesl
Tom Skerritt
Eugene Ackerman
Lara Flynn Boyle
Sarah
Xander Berkeley
Blackwell
Coleby Lombardo
David's brother
Pat DuVal
Interrogator #1
Mara Corday
Interrogator #2
Jerry Schumacher
Interrogator #3
Pepe Serna
Lt. Ray Garcia
Marco Rodríguez
Loco
Donna Mitchell
Laura Ackerman
Tony Plana
Morales
David Sherrill
Max
Hal Williams
Powell
Lloyd Nelson
Freeway Motorist
Matt McKenzie
Wang
Joel Polis
Lance
Crew
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