The Trident Force
The Trident Force

The Trident Force

1988Movie90 minEnglish

An outbreak of bombings, assassinations, and massacres by an extremist, Marxist terrorist group, alarms the international community who calls for help - the ultimate solution - the Trident Force.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: James GlickenhausGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A tough ex-cop turned private investigator, haunted by his past, is drawn into a dangerous conspiracy involving a corrupt police commissioner and a ruthless crime syndicate. He must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and violence to uncover the truth and protect the innocent. The investigation leads him into the dark underbelly of the city, where survival is not guaranteed.

Critical Reception

The Trident Force received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged its attempt at a gritty action-thriller, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its direct-to-video release limiting its widespread exposure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its generic plot and uninspired action sequences.
  • Often described as a forgettable entry in the 1980s action genre.
  • Performances were generally seen as adequate but not particularly memorable.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but ultimately went straight to video, a common fate for many action films of this era that didn't meet studio expectations.

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