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Daylight Assault Game

1981
Movie
61 min
Japanese

Pink film from Toei Central.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Robert C. HughesGenres: Action, War

Plot Summary

During the Vietnam War, a group of American soldiers are sent on a dangerous mission deep into enemy territory to rescue a downed pilot. Facing overwhelming odds and treacherous terrain, they must rely on their training and each other to survive.

Critical Reception

Daylight Assault Game received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its low budget and derivative plot. While some praised its attempts at gritty realism, the film was largely criticized for its pacing and uninspired action sequences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and weak character development.

  • The action sequences were often considered uninspired and poorly executed.

  • Despite its intentions, the film struggled to stand out in the crowded Vietnam War genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Daylight Assault Game are scarce due to its limited release and obscurity. Those that exist tend to echo critical sentiments, with viewers finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the war film genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, with many of its scenes filmed in and around rural areas to simulate the jungles of Vietnam.

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