A violent, German-made cop movie notable chiefly for its cast, which includes Gould, York, and Welch (Raquel's daughter), LETHAL OBSESSION follows police partners Maffay and Freyd as they investigate the murder of a trio of drug smugglers by a professional killer (York). Like a Teutonic
Chuck Norris, Maffay wears the same grim expression throughout the film, while Gould's part is so small that he seems to be in it only for the European vacation. York's character is rather interesting but is skimpily utilized. Technically proficient though it is, the pointless LETHAL OBSESSION
can't overcome the inherent weakness of its material.
Released:
1988
Rated:
NR
Length:
88 mins