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Boa, alternatively known as New Alcatraz, is a giant killer snake monster movie from 2002. But More importantly, OH MY GOD IS THAT SUPERMAN!?! Just kidding, but we need more Dean Cain in movies and shows. Dean Cain is great in this movie, b...
New Alcatraz
2001Movie95 minEnglish
Paleontologist Robert Trenton is called to Northeastern Antarctica near the Indian Ocean to help the FBI build an underground maximum-security military base and prison for the world's most dangerous criminals and terrorists, which is dubbed "New Alcatrax" by the staff. While building the prison, the staff accidentally awaken and unleash a prehistoric Boa Constrictor from its 200 year hibernation.
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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Don E. Fauntleroy•Genres: Action, Thriller, Crime
Plot Summary
A group of convicts, including a young man seeking redemption, are sent to an island prison run by a corrupt warden. When the warden's illegal activities are discovered, the inmates must band together to expose him and escape. The film follows their struggle for survival and justice against overwhelming odds.
Critical Reception
New Alcatraz received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot and derivative nature. While some acknowledged the action sequences, the film was generally seen as a low-budget thriller that failed to distinguish itself in a crowded genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Competent but uninspired action sequences.
- Relies heavily on familiar prison movie tropes.
- Lacks originality and depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but general sentiment indicates it's a forgettable action flick that doesn't offer anything new to the genre.
Fun Fact
Despite the title, the film was not shot at Alcatraz Island and was a direct-to-video release.
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