Der Detonator
Der Detonator

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Der Detonator

1998
Movie
0
English

An ex-military man is now using his specialized explosive skills to work as a hitman when he meets a young woman who may change his life.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Robert LeeGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A former bomb disposal expert, now working as a bodyguard, finds himself in a race against time when his client's daughter is kidnapped. He must use his specialized skills to navigate a dangerous underworld and disarm a series of deadly traps to save her.

Critical Reception

Der Detonator is a direct-to-video action film that received a generally unenthusiastic response from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and derivative nature. While Dean Cain's performance was sometimes noted, the film was largely seen as a standard, low-budget thriller that offered little in the way of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Dean Cain's efforts in an otherwise generic action role.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of innovative action sequences.

  • Seen as a forgettable entry in the direct-to-video thriller market.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Der Detonator are scarce, but general sentiment places it as a passable action flick for undemanding viewers, with some appreciating the straightforward plot and Dean Cain's presence.

Fun Fact

Dean Cain, known for playing Superman in the TV series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, continued his action-hero persona in this direct-to-video release.

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