A Show of Force
Directed by Bruno Barreto
In this thriller, television reporter Kate Ryan de Meléndez investigates the death of two radical Puerto Rican activists, whom she begins to believe may have been framed and murdered by undercover American agents.
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- Mister ArnMarch 21, 2026“A Show of Force” is based on real events in Puerto Rico, where a battle between authority and truth provides its strong material. It’s a serious story, and you can feel the film trying for something meaningful. It’s serviceable, occasionally engaging, but don’t expect it to stick with you.
A Show of Force Trivia
A Show of Force was released on May 11, 1990.
A Show of Force was directed by Bruno Barreto.
A Show of Force has a runtime of 1h 35m.
A Show of Force was produced by John Strong.
In this thriller, television reporter Kate Ryan de Meléndez investigates the death of two radical Puerto Rican activists, whom she begins to believe may have been framed and murdered by undercover American agents.
The key characters in A Show of Force are Kate Melendez (Amy Irving), Luis Angel Mora (Andy Garcia), Jesus Fuentes (Lou Diamond Phillips).
A Show of Force is rated R.
A Show of Force is a Mystery, Crime, Thriller film.
A Show of Force has an audience rating of 2.5 out of 10.
A Show of Force has made $91,578 at the box office.