For Hire (1997)

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Chicago cabbie Mitch Lawrence is a man whose dreams are starting to fade. His only shining light is his loving and pregnant wife. When one of his clients, author Lou Webber offers him money to eliminate a drug dealer who is stalking him, Mitch refuses. Days later, Mitch is diagnosed with inoperable stomach cancer. He reconsiders Lou's offer, and for the sake of his wife and baby, eliminates the threat. But after that night, everything changes, Mitch's stomach pains disappear. The Drug dealer suddenly resurfaces in a crowd. Then events conspire to drag Mitch deeper into a game that proves that at the right price any man is for hire.

Introduction
"For Hire" is a 1997 Canadian thriller film directed by Jean Pellerin and starring Rob Lowe, Joe Mantegna, and Bronwen Booth. The film follows the story of a struggling author who is not able to find popularity until among his books becomes a best-seller under mysterious situations. As he delves much deeper into the world of popularity and fortune, he starts to understand that he belongs to a harmful game that he can not escape.

Plot Synopsis
The movie focuses on Mitch (Rob Lowe), a struggling writer who is frantically attempting to make ends satisfy while trying to make his breakthrough in the world of publishing. While living in poverty, Mitch finds convenience in his relationship with his encouraging sweetheart, Joyce (Bronwyn Booth). Regardless of facing rejection after rejection, Mitch never ever gives up on his writing dreams, working as a limousine chauffeur to make ends meet.

Through his task as a driver, Mitch crosses paths with a successful author named Armand Royce (Joe Mantegna). Royce offers Mitch an opportunity to jump-start his profession. He provides Mitch with a manuscript and states that if Mitch assists him edit and fix the novel, Royce will present him to his agent, who will publish Mitch's book.

Desperate for an opportunity to finally fulfill his dreams, Mitch agrees to Royce's terms and starts working vigilantly on the manuscript. On the other hand, his relationship with his girlfriend Joyce begins to suffer due to the amount of time he spends dealing with Royce's manuscript and the apparently minor changes required by Royce. During this time, Mitch concerns find out that Royce's spouse, Andrea, ended their relationship due to the success he attained when he released his very first novel.

Increasing Tensions and Dark Secrets
As Mitch spends more time working with Royce and communicating with the mysterious manuscript, he starts to notice modifications in his surroundings and his own personality. He begins experiencing blackouts and starts to question the reality around him.

Concurrently, his relationship with Joyce continues to weaken in the wake of his impending success. Mitch likewise begins noticing a similarity in between the plot of the manuscript he is dealing with and his own life. Mitch's suspicions grow when he discovers subtle connections between the manuscript and numerous disappearances and murders that have actually taken place in the city.

Twisted Betrayal and Climactic Reveal
Through a series of unanticipated occasions, Mitch discovers that Royce is not what he appears to be. It is exposed that Royce is a hazardous and manipulative male who has been utilizing Mitch's talent for his own gain. Royce has actually been orchestrating the occasions that caused the murders and disappearances in the city to develop a thrilling and authentic mystery book, using Mitch's writing abilities to perfect the story.

As the fact unwinds, Mitch discovers himself in over his head as he is unknowingly knotted in Royce's twisted web of deceit and risk. He is now faced with a challenging decision: safeguard his own life and his budding career or come tidy and end Royce's twisted video games.

Conclusion
"For Hire" is an interesting and suspenseful thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seat as Mitch browses his method through the hazardous world of publishing and fame. The movie handles themes of ambition and success, checking out the lengths individuals may go to achieve their objectives.

The movie's compelling performances from Rob Lowe, Joe Mantegna, and Bronwen Booth, integrated with a twist-filled plot develop a satisfying viewing experience that will leave you questioning your concepts of success and morality.

Top Cast

  • Rob Lowe (small)
    Rob Lowe
    Mitch Lawrence
  • Joe Mantegna (small)
    Joe Mantegna
    Alan Webber
  • Bronwen Booth (small)
    Bronwen Booth
    Faye Lawrence
  • Charles Edwin Powell
    Joe Watson
  • Steve Adams (small)
    Steve Adams
    Tom Kellman
  • Jack Langedijk (small)
    Jack Langedijk
    Vic Mann
  • Marie-Josée Longchamps (small)
    Marie-Josée Longchamps
    Snobbish Saleslady
  • Jean-Louis Roux (small)
    Jean-Louis Roux
    Professor Gerald Lambert
  • John Dunn-Hill (small)
    John Dunn-Hill
    Larry Sharp