
Code Name: Black & White
A 1988 Filipino action comedy film starring Chiquito and Redford White.
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Plot Summary
A former CIA operative is drawn back into the shadowy world of espionage when his estranged daughter is kidnapped. He must race against time to find her, uncovering a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government and involves a dangerous international arms dealer.
Critical Reception
Code Name: Black & White received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its action sequences uninspired. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the performances of Scott Glenn but others lamenting the film's predictable narrative and generic execution.
What Reviewers Say
- Panned for its predictable plot and weak script.
- Criticized for uninspired action sequences and a lack of originality.
- Some praise for Scott Glenn's performance, but overshadowed by the film's flaws.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a general disappointment with the film's execution, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the action-thriller genre.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Cannon Films, known for its output of low-budget action and exploitation movies during the 1980s.
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