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Cutthroat Island

5.8/10

Rating

124 min

Runtime

1995

Release Year

Renny Harlin

Director

Cast

Geena Davis, Matthew Modine, Frank Langella, Maury Chaykin, Patrick Malahide

Quick Synopsis

Morgan Adams, a determined pirate, teams up with her loyal companion William Shaw to find three pieces of a treasure map. The last piece is in the hands of her dangerous uncle, Dawg, who poses a serious threat. Morgan faces doubt from her own crew, who question her ability to lead and may rebel if she doesn't succeed soon. At the same time, the British authorities are actively trying to stop her pirate activities, making her mission even more challenging.

Detailed Synopsis of Cutthroat Island

Morgan Adams and her slave, William Shaw, are on a quest to recover the three portions of a treasure map. Unfortunately, the final portion is held by her murderous uncle, Dawg. Her crew is skeptical of her leadership abilities, so she must complete her quest before they mutiny against her. This is made yet more difficult by the efforts of the British crown to end her pirate raids.

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