The story centers around Swagger, who has retreated into seclusion following a botched military mission. He’s reluctantly pulled back into service by Colonel Isaac Johnson (Danny Glover), who requests Swagger’s expertise to thwart a supposed assassination attempt on the President. However, Swagger soon realizes he’s been double-crossed when he’s framed for the very crime he was asked to prevent. Now a fugitive, Swagger embarks on a dangerous mission to

clear his name and expose the vast conspiracy that ensnared him.

With sharp direction, Wahlberg’s solid performance, and electrifying action sequences, Shooter is a riveting film that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, even as it plays into some of the familiar tropes of the genre. The film’s exploration of corruption and betrayal adds layers of tension to its thrilling narrative, making it a solid entry in the action-thriller genre.