Saigon Commandos
A series of drug-related murders haunt Saigon. Ex-Green Beret Mark Stryker and his MP's must find the culprits. With the help of Jean Lassiter, a nosey reporter covering the crime beat, Stryker uncovers the involvement of corrupt politicians in the heroin trade and in the killings. But before he can pin them down, Stryker is framed for the murder of his commanding officer and now he must clear his name, free Lassiter from her captors, and stop his men from carrying out their own kind of vengeance before it is too late.
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Plot Summary
During the Vietnam War, a group of elite US Army Rangers is sent on a perilous mission deep into enemy territory. Their objective is to rescue a downed pilot and retrieve vital intelligence before it falls into the hands of the Viet Cong. Facing overwhelming odds, treacherous jungle terrain, and constant ambushes, the commandos must rely on their training and camaraderie to survive.
Critical Reception
Saigon Commandos is a low-budget action film that received a largely negative reception from critics, often being dismissed as a generic and formulaic entry in the Vietnam War genre. While some viewers might appreciate its straightforward action sequences, the film is generally considered to be poorly acted and scripted.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks depth and originality, relying on clichés of the war film genre.
- The action sequences are uninspired and fail to create significant tension.
- Acting and script are widely criticized for their poor quality.
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Fun Fact
Despite its title and setting, much of Saigon Commandos was filmed in the Philippines, a common practice for American films seeking to replicate Southeast Asian landscapes on a budget.
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