Groper Violent Train
Groper Violent Train

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Groper Violent Train

1984
Movie
61 min
Japanese

"Groper Train" distributed by Okura Eiga.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users82%
Director: David GoyerGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A gripping crime thriller, 'Groper Violent Train' plunges into the dark underbelly of urban crime. The story follows a disillusioned detective as he navigates a treacherous investigation involving a string of high-profile robberies. He must race against time to uncover the truth before a dangerous syndicate strikes again, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Groper Violent Train' garnered mixed to positive reviews, praised for its intense action sequences and strong performances, though some critics found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences responded well to the film's gritty atmosphere and suspenseful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut direction and atmospheric tension.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable narrative arc.

  • Lauded for the compelling performances of its lead actors.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and action, with many highlighting the strong performances. Some viewers found the ending to be a bit anticlimactic, but overall, it was considered a solid thriller.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Sound Editing at the Academy Awards. Won Best Actor at the Saturn Awards for Val Kilmer.

Fun Fact

The iconic train sequences were filmed on a combination of actual trains and meticulously crafted studio sets to achieve the desired level of realism and intensity.

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