Shooter (2007)
“Shooter” is a 2007 action thriller film directed by Antoine Fuqua. The movie stars Mark Wahlberg as Bob Lee Swagger, a retired Marine Corps sniper who is recruited for a mission to track down an assassin threatening to kill the President of the United States. The film is based on Stephen Hunter’s 1993 novel “Point of Impact” and features a screenplay by Jonathan Lemkin.
The plot follows Bob Lee Swagger as he becomes entangled in a conspiracy and is framed for an assassination attempt. He goes on the run to clear his name and uncover the truth behind the plot. Along the way, he uses his sniper skills to outsmart his pursuers and protect himself.
“Shooter” received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the exciting storyline and strong performances from Mark Wahlberg and Michael Peña, others criticized the weak characterization and screenplay. The film includes well-executed action sequences and showcases the sniper tactics taught to Wahlberg by former US Marine scout sniper Patrick Garrity.
The movie was primarily filmed in British Columbia, Canada, with locations such as Kamloops, Mission, Ashcroft, Cache Creek, and New Westminster being used for various scenes. It was released in the United States on March 23, 2007, and distributed by Paramount Pictures.
“Shooter” is a 2007 action thriller film directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Mark Wahlberg. Based on Stephen Hunter’s novel “Point of Impact,” the movie follows the story of Bob Lee Swagger, a retired Marine Corps sniper who becomes embroiled in a conspiracy and must clear his name.
