Trinity Goes East
Trinity Goes East

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Trinity Goes East

1998
Movie
88 min
English

Wily ace thief Trinity steals the dragon ball from Shaolin Temple. The dragon ball gets misplaced. Trinity joins forces with gruff, determined Interpol agent Bambino, formidable karate master Meng Ray, and feisty tour guide Wen Ling to retrieve the dragon ball before it falls into the hands of the wicked Paschy.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Giorgio CapitaniGenres: Comedy, Western

Plot Summary

A former boxer, living a quiet life in the United States, is drawn back into action when he learns that his former mentor has been kidnapped. He travels to Hong Kong to rescue him, teaming up with a local informant. Together, they navigate the treacherous underworld to confront the criminals responsible.

Critical Reception

This action-comedy film, a late entry in the 'Trinity' series, received a mixed reception. While some appreciated the familiar comedic pairing and action sequences, others found the plot predictable and the humor dated. It did not achieve the same level of popularity as earlier installments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fans of Bud Spencer's signature comedic style might find some enjoyment.

  • The action sequences are competently handled but lack originality.

  • The plot feels derivative and the humor doesn't always land.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this title, with limited available data to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Philip Michael Thomas, known for his role in 'Miami Vice', portrays one of the lead characters, bringing a different dynamic to the traditional Trinity formula.

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