Explosion Shock Wave
Explosion Shock Wave

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Explosion Shock Wave

1986
Movie
70 min
Mandarin

Chen Jue's student graduation film for the Beijing Broadcasting Academy.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Director: Howard LeeGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former elite commando, haunted by a past mission gone wrong, is drawn back into action when his family is taken hostage. He must race against time, using his specialized skills to dismantle a dangerous terrorist plot and rescue his loved ones. The mission forces him to confront his inner demons and the consequences of his past actions.

Critical Reception

Explosion Shock Wave was a moderately received action film, praised for its intense action sequences and Christopher Lambert's performance, but criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters. It found a niche audience among fans of 80s action thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty action and Lambert's stoic performance.

  • Criticized for its derivative storyline and thin character development.

  • A serviceable, if uninspired, entry into the action genre of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception for Explosion Shock Wave is not widely documented on Google platforms, but general sentiment from similar genre films of the era suggests appreciation for straightforward action and a heroic lead, with some noting predictable plotting.

Fun Fact

Christopher Lambert reportedly did many of his own stunts for the film, despite sustaining minor injuries during filming.

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