F/X (1986)

About F/X

F/X, released in 1986, is an action thriller that follows the story of Rollie Tyler, a special effects expert who gets called upon by the justice department to stage the murder of a mob informant, Nicholas DeFranco. However, he finds himself being set up for the actual murder and must rely on his personal expertise to uncover truths and protect himself from those who wish him harm.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Robert Mandel and produced by Dodi Fayed and Jack Wiener, with screenplay by Robert T. Megginson and Gregory Fleeman. The film was a commercial success, pulling in a unique blend of thriller, action, and playwright flair that made it compelling to audiences.

Actors

• Bryan Brown: Played the role of Rollie Tyler, an FX expert who was thrust into a dangerous game he hadn't signed up for. His performance was praised for its authenticity and intensity.
• Brian Dennehy: Portrayed Detective Leo McCarthy, a character that was compelling due to Brian's impactful performance.
• Diane Venora: Played the role of Ellen, portraying strong emotional depth and connection with the viewer.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was popular enough to spawn a sequel titled F/X2: The Deadly Art of Illusion in 1991 and even a spin-off TV series.
• Bryan Brown and Brian Dennehy reprised their roles in the sequel.
• F/X stands for "Special Effects" which plays a significant role in the movie plot.

Quotes

• "I feel like Walter Mitty. Layer within a layer. Wheels within wheels." - Rollie Tyler
• "Lipton, you're a jerk-off!" - Leo McCarthy
• "No damn machine can do what a skilled artist can." - Rollie Tyler

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by Bill Conti, lending a unique blend of suspenseful melodies and high octane beats that perfectly complemented the film's tone.