A Dangerous Summer (1982)
Anno di uscita: 1982
Nazione: United States
Alternative Title: Bushfire, Um Verão Perigoso, Verano peligroso, Liekehtivä helvetti, Brennpunkt Australia, Flash Fire, Ein explosiver Sommer, Project Fireball
Regista: Quentin Masters
Writer: David Ambrose, Jim McElroy, Kit Denton, Quentin Masters
Produzione & Genere
Storia
A Dangerous Summer (1982) follows Howard, a passionate architect who is deeply invested in his plans to build an elaborate resort in Australia's Blue Mountains. He becomes so engrossed in his work that he fails to notice signs of foul play from his business partner. However, when a brush fire destroys the resort, the truth starts unraveling. An insurance investigator arrives, and Howard's partner deals with him drastically. By the time George Engels, Lloyds of London's senior investigator, steps in, Howard is eager to rectify the situation.
Riassunto
A Dangerous Summer, directed by Quentin Masters, is a suspenseful drama-thriller set in Australia's Blue Mountains. The film explores themes of obsession, trust, and the dangers of ignoring warning signs in pursuit of a dream. Tom Skerritt stars as Howard, an architect consumed by his work, while James Mason delivers one of his last roles as George Engels, the Lloyds of London investigator who ultimately uncovers the truth behind the destroyed resort.
