Overthrow According to Plan 107
Overthrow According to Plan 107

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Overthrow According to Plan 107

1983
Movie
85 min
Russian

In one of the oil-rich countries of the Muslim East, democratic forces are coming to power. Unwilling to lose control of black gold, one of the Western countries is carrying out a coup here, trying to present it as "liberation from the power of the Kremlin." A plan is being developed, the victims of which are progressive journalist Haidar and Soviet doctor Halima Atajanova, who works at a local Red Cross hospital.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Randal KleiserGenres: Science Fiction, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, a brilliant scientist develops a revolutionary technology that could liberate humanity from an oppressive regime. However, he is betrayed by his own creation and must team up with a rogue resistance fighter to prevent the technology from falling into the wrong hands. Their mission leads them on a perilous journey through a desolate wasteland, facing deadly robots and ruthless enforcers.

Critical Reception

Overthrow According to Plan 107 was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its innovative visual effects and action sequences, some critics found the plot to be somewhat derivative. The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were generally well-received, and the film became a cult favorite among science fiction enthusiasts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious world-building and compelling action.

  • Some noted predictability in the plot, but acknowledged strong performances.

  • Visual effects were considered groundbreaking for its time.

Google audience: Audiences particularly enjoyed the film's thrilling action sequences and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many appreciated the unique futuristic setting and the film's commentary on technology and control, though some found the narrative slightly convoluted.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film.

Fun Fact

The iconic robotic antagonist, 'The Overseer,' was designed by the same team that created the special effects for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

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