Live Wire: Human Timebomb
In a high-tech world, it all comes down to the wire.
R 1996 · 98 min · ★ 5.4 · Action, Drama, Thriller
A computer chip turns an FBI agent into a lethal weapon.
Directed by Mark Roper · Written by Jeff Albert
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Cast
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Bryan Genesse Parker -
Joe Lara Price - J J. Cynthia Brooks Gina
- S Shelley Andrews Juanita's friend #2
- P Paul Brandt Young Cell Guard
- G Gerrie Buader Security Agent #5
- C Christopher Buchanan FBI leader
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Anthony Fridjhon Gen. Raoul Arnaz - F Frantz Dobrowsky Pablo Arnaz
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Gavin Hood Mike - I Isaac Mavimbela Malinga
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Lesley Fong Ernesto
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