Sky High
Sky High

Sky High

1985Movie109 minEnglish

A group of American students traveling in Greece find themselves accidentally involved with a new type of drug--and the gang that wants it.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: David WinningGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a futuristic, dystopian society, a young man named Ray is framed for a crime he didn't commit and is forced to flee. He finds himself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with ruthless enforcers and a mysterious femme fatale, all while trying to uncover the truth and survive.

Critical Reception

Sky High (1985) was a low-budget science fiction film that received a limited release and garnered little critical attention upon its debut. It is often remembered for its B-movie charm and its straightforward action-thriller narrative, though it was not widely reviewed by major publications.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its gritty, low-fi aesthetic.
  • Found to be a decent, if uninspired, sci-fi action flick.
  • Some viewers enjoyed its earnest attempt at a futuristic thriller.

Google audience: Audience reception is sparse, but those who have seen it often note its dated special effects and predictable plot, while others find it a charming example of 80s independent sci-fi.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film was primarily shot in Canada, not in a sky-high metropolis.

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