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Fire Tripper
A massive gas explosion in modern-day Tokyo throws 17-year-old Suzuko back in time — 500 years into the past and into a death-strewn battlefield. Rescued from lecherous bandits by the young warrior Shukumaru, Suzuko struggles to untangle the time lines. Slowly she begins to understand the strange force that has exiled her, and how it relates to her own mysterious past. Shukumaru and Suzuko tackle mystery, tragedy and disaster as time unravels amidst the roaring flames of past and present.
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Plot Summary
In this action-comedy, a former mercenary named Jack is released from prison and seeks to reunite with his estranged daughter. However, his plans are complicated when he becomes entangled with a powerful drug lord and his dangerous operations. Jack must fight his way through a series of perilous encounters to protect his daughter and escape the criminal underworld.
Critical Reception
Fire Tripper received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot convoluted and its action sequences uninspired. While some acknowledged the effort of its cast, the film was generally seen as a forgettable entry in the action genre of the 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks coherent storytelling and engaging action.
Performances are overshadowed by a weak script.
A predictable and uninspired action film.
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Fun Fact
The film features a distinctive soundtrack by the reggae artist Jimmy Cliff.
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