“Hot Target” is a 1985 American action film directed by Peter Markle and starring Gene Hackman, Donna Dixon, and Ned Beatty. The film follows a Secret Service agent who is assigned to protect a presidential candidate, but soon finds himself the target of an assassination attempt. “Hot Target” was a critical and commercial failure, but has since gained a cult following among fans of action cinema.
The film is notable for its high-octane action sequences and Hackman’s charismatic performance. The film’s political themes have also been praised by some critics, who see it as a commentary on the dangers of political extremism.
