Hit Man (1982 film)
Hit Man is a 1982 Spanish–Mexican action film directed by José Antonio de la Loma, notable for its international cast including George Peppard, Max von Sydow, Maud Adams and Chuck Connors.
Overview
Hit Man is a 1982 Spanish–Mexican action film directed by José Antonio de la Loma. Credited production details identify it as a cross‑border genre picture from the early 1980s, featuring a multinational ensemble that brought together American, European and Mexican screen stars of the era.
Cast and credits
The principal cast listed for the film includes:
- George Peppard — an American actor known for both film and television work.
- Max von Sydow — a Swedish actor with a long international career.
- Jorge Rivero — a prominent actor in Mexican cinema.
- Maud Adams — a Swedish actress and model who appeared in several international productions.
- Chuck Connors — an American actor noted for his television and film roles.
Style and themes
Although specific plot details are not widely circulated, the film is identified with action and crime elements common to the "hit man" subgenre: professional assassination, moral ambiguity, and suspenseful confrontations. Productions of this type in the late 1970s and early 1980s often combined location shooting, international casts and straightforward genre plotting aimed at commercial audiences.
Production and historical context
Director José Antonio de la Loma worked in Spanish popular cinema and had experience with crime and action stories. The early 1980s saw numerous co‑productions between European and Latin American companies, which helped bring together stars from different markets and made films like Hit Man exportable to multiple territories.
Reception and notable facts
Contemporary critical and box‑office records for this title are limited in popular reference sources. The casting of recognizable international names is a notable feature, reflecting a production strategy that relied on star appeal. For further reading on the performers and the director, follow the actor links above.
Related topics
For context on the genre and performers, readers may explore biographies and filmographies of the principal cast as well as histories of Spanish and Mexican co‑productions in the late 20th century.
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