The Crimebusters
Nicholas Cain (Peter Mark Richman), a former high-level mob lawyer who decides to leave the criminal underworld. Seeking redemption, he becomes a federal government agent with a singular mission: to bring down the nation's 100 most dangerous and influential organized crime figures. The film depicts the specialized government agents as they hunt these high-profile crooks, focusing on Cain's personal crusade to dismantle the very syndicates he once protected. Based on the "Cain's Hundred" TV series.
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Plot Summary
A former Marine captain, released from prison, tries to go straight and protect his younger brother from a life of crime. However, he finds himself entangled with a dangerous gangster and a corrupt police detective who are involved in a smuggling operation.
Critical Reception
The Crimebusters received a mixed reception upon its release, often overlooked due to its low-budget production and B-movie status. While some critics noted its decent pacing and earnest performances, others found the plot predictable and the direction uninspired. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with its appeal limited to fans of crime thrillers of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its straightforward crime narrative.
- Criticized for its generic plot and limited originality.
- Seen as a serviceable, if unremarkable, crime drama.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this lesser-known film, but general sentiment suggests it's a forgettable entry in the crime genre, appreciated only by those seeking straightforward B-movie thrills.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in just under two weeks, a testament to its low-budget production schedule.
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