The Zebra Force
The Zebra Force

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The Zebra Force

1976
Movie
100 min
English

In this post Vietnam War actioner, a group of veterans, former members of a crack guerrilla team, decide to reteam and use their specialized skills to fight organized crime.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Joseph ZitoGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of Vietnam veterans, disillusioned with society and seeking justice, form a vigilante squad known as the Zebra Force. Operating outside the law, they target criminals and corrupt officials who have evaded the justice system. Their violent methods, while effective, draw the attention of both law enforcement and the criminal underworld, leading to escalating confrontations.

Critical Reception

The Zebra Force is a low-budget exploitation film that garnered minimal critical attention upon its release, often categorized as a "vigilante justice" flick. While it has a cult following among fans of 1970s action and crime cinema, it was largely overlooked or dismissed by mainstream critics for its gritty, violent nature and predictable plot. Audience reception is divided, with some appreciating its raw energy and others finding it excessively brutal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, unpretentious action and gritty tone.

  • Criticized for its simplistic plot and excessive violence.

  • Seen as a representative of 1970s exploitation and vigilante film trends.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for 'The Zebra Force' is not readily available. General audience reception, where available, tends to be mixed, with appreciation for its genre elements often tempered by critiques of its violent content.

Fun Fact

Director Joseph Zito would later go on to direct the highly successful slasher film 'Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter' in 1984.

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