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Gold
Short documentary written by Branko Ćelović, along with the famous Serbian poet Matija Bećković.
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Plot Summary
Sir John Langleigh, a wealthy South African mine owner, is kidnapped by a gang led by the nefarious Otto Hurree. The motive is to force Langleigh to reveal the location of a legendary, undiscovered gold mine. Langleigh's daughter, Terry, and a resourceful rodeo cowboy named Rodger travel to Africa to rescue him and thwart Hurree's greedy plans.
Critical Reception
Released during the height of the James Bond craze, 'Gold' aimed to capitalize on Roger Moore's burgeoning popularity. While it delivered some of the expected action and exotic locales, critics often found the plot somewhat predictable and reliant on Moore's charm. Audiences, however, generally responded positively to the adventure elements and the star power.
What Reviewers Say
Roger Moore's charismatic performance anchors the film.
The plot offers a serviceable, if unoriginal, adventure narrative.
Some viewers found the action sequences thrilling, while others criticized the pacing.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings for 'Gold' are not readily available, general audience reception typically appreciated the film for its adventure aspects and the presence of Roger Moore. Some viewers noted it as a fun, escapist film, though not particularly groundbreaking.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in South Africa, and its depiction of the country's landscape and mining operations was a notable aspect of its production.
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