The Closer

Jan 1, 1990

1h 26m

★ 5.0

It's not the money, it's the action.

Overview

The story follows a skilled negotiator, an expert at closing difficult deals, who becomes entangled in a complex web of deception, manipulation, and power while trying to maintain his position in an environment where ambition and betrayal are commonplace. A film about themes such as morality in business, the pressure of success, and how far someone is willing to compromise their principles for money and control.

Genres

Drama

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Cast

Chester Grant

Danny Aiello

Ned Randall

James Karen

Palmer

Kenneth Dowd

Beatrice Grant

Diane Baker

Jessica Grant

Justine Bateman

Larry Freed

Michael Paré

Board Member

Angie Echevarria

Board Member

Peggy Thomas

Autograph Girl

Glenna Snow

Marta

Martha Bracamotes

Chet Grant

Tim Quill

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