The Scavengers
The Scavengers

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The Scavengers

1993
Movie
45 min
Portuguese

In this documentary Coutinho examines the plight of the people who live off the waste of the Brazilian cities. These people make their living by scavenging the immense urban garbage dumps searching for whatever they can find to sell as well as whatever they can find to eat.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Frank CramerGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former DEA agent, haunted by a mission gone wrong, is drawn back into the dangerous world of drug cartels. He must confront a ruthless kingpin and his own inner demons to prevent a catastrophic event. The film follows his relentless pursuit through treacherous landscapes and intense confrontations.

Critical Reception

The Scavengers received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uneven pacing. However, some audiences appreciated its gritty action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Michael Ironside.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its straightforward action and tough-guy performances.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of originality.

  • Some viewers found the film to be a decent, albeit forgettable, entry in the action genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with limited available data. Those that exist generally indicate it's a standard action flick that may appeal to fans of the genre, but it doesn't stand out.

Fun Fact

G. Gordon Liddy, known for his role in the Watergate scandal, plays a significant antagonist in the film, adding a real-life notoriety to his character.

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