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Go To Hell Goliath
David is rejected by the Academy of Arts before he can even begin. But instead of leaving, he infiltrates, becoming a ghost in the institution. He launches his resistance by plastering posters reading 'Go To Hell Goliath'. His true opponent is not just bureaucracy, but the dean herself – Ms. Goliath, the face of institutional power.
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Plot Summary
A former Vietnam POW, wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit, escapes from prison seeking revenge on the corrupt officials who framed him. He adopts the persona of 'Goliath' and embarks on a violent crusade to expose their wrongdoing and bring them to justice.
Critical Reception
'Go to Hell, Goliath' is a low-budget action film that gained a cult following for its gritty violence and exploitation elements, despite significant flaws in its filmmaking. Critics at the time largely dismissed it as a forgettable B-movie, but it has since found an audience among fans of 80s action and revenge thrillers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its relentless pacing and violent action sequences.
Criticized for its thin plot and questionable acting performances.
Seen by some as a quintessential example of exploitation cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce and fragmented, but those who recall the film often point to its over-the-top action and gritty tone as its main draws, while acknowledging its B-movie status.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for being one of the final starring roles for veteran actor Chuck Connors, known for his iconic role as 'The Rifleman'.
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