Atomic Dog
Atomic Dog

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Atomic Dog

1998
Movie
95 min
English

When a pooch is irradiated by a nuclear plant and threatens the town, only a teenage boy can redeem him.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: David WuGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A bio-engineered canine, created for military purposes, escapes its creators and goes on a rampage. A disillusioned scientist and his ex-wife are drawn into a desperate race against time to stop the genetically modified super-dog before it can unleash its full destructive potential on the city.

Critical Reception

Atomic Dog is a low-budget science fiction thriller that garnered little attention upon its release. It is often cited as a forgettable entry in the genre, with critics pointing to its predictable plot and uninspired execution. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it to be a derivative and unengaging film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Predictable plot progression.

  • Lacks memorable action sequences.

  • Underdeveloped characters.

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Fun Fact

Despite its title and premise involving a genetically modified canine, the film is not related to the 1982 George Clinton song of the same name.

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