Clear and Present Danger (HBO)

About Clear and Present Danger (HBO)

Released in 1994, Clear and Present Danger is an American action-thriller film directed by Phillip Noyce and based on Tom Clancy's novel of the same name. The movie features Harrison Ford reprising his role of Jack Ryan, an intelligent analyst working for the CIA. This time around, Ryan finds himself in the middle of a government conspiracy involving illegal drug operations and finds himself tasked with exposing the truth.

Making / Production

This movie was produced by Mace Neufeld, a frequent collaborator on adaptations of Clancy's works. In regarding the screenplay, Clancy himself noted that the film's script did not stay faithful to the source material. The movie was majorly filmed in Mexico, with other scenes filmed in Washington D.C, and San Diego.

Actors

• Harrison Ford as Jack Ryan: Ford expertly brings to life the character of Jack Ryan, a principled analyst who uses his intelligence and determination to expose corrupt activities within the government.
• Willem Dafoe as John Clark: Dafoe portrays John Clark, a former Navy seal who assists Ryan in his mission. Dafoe masters the role and displays his range as an actor.
• Anne Archer as Dr. Caroline Ryan: Archer plays Dr. Caroline Ryan, Jack's wife who stands by his side throughout the ordeals. Her performance is perfectly balanced and convincing.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Harrison Ford has played Jack Ryan in two other films: "Patriot Games" and "The Sum of All Fears."
• This is the only film in which Willem Dafoe has played John Clark. The character was later portrayed by Liev Schreiber and Michael B. Jordan.
• The film's title refers to the legal definition of a threat to national security.

Awards

The film was nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Sound and Best Effects, Sound Effects Editing in 1995.

Quotes

• "The world is grey, Jack."
• "I'm a field officer. I just happen to be on the e-board."
• "I will not let you dishonor their memories by pretending you had nothing to do with it!"

Music

The film's score was composed by James Horner, known for his work in other big productions like "Titanic" and "Avatar". The soundtrack perfectly complements the dramatic and suspenseful tone of the film.

Soundtrack

• "Main Title"
• "Operation Reciprocity"
• "The Ambush"
• "The Laser-Guided Missile"