Trancers: City of Lost Angels
Trancers: City of Lost Angels

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Trancers: City of Lost Angels

1988
Movie
24 min
English

Jack Deth, the super cop from the future, has put away three centuries worth of time traveling criminals. But Deth's most dangerous collar, the ultraviolent assassin Edlin Shock, has escaped from her maximum security holding cell and won't rest until she's exacted revenge. Meanwhile, Deth is trying to make a life for himself as a private eye in 1988 Los Angeles with his hot-blooded girlfriend Lena. Relationship troubles are just the beginning of Deth's problems when he learns that Edlin Shock has followed him back in time.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Charles BandGenres: Science Fiction, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the year 2247, the elite Trancers, who can transfer their consciousness into ancestors in the past, are tasked with hunting down criminals. Detective Jack Deth is sent back to 1985 Los Angeles to apprehend Weisberg, a Trancer criminal who plans to create a dystopian future. However, Deth finds himself entangled in the past, facing a host of new challenges and unexpected allies.

Critical Reception

Trancers: City of Los Angeles is generally considered a lower-tier entry in the Trancers franchise. While it retains some of the series' signature blend of sci-fi action and neo-noir elements, it is often criticized for its predictable plot, lower budget feel compared to its predecessors, and less compelling character development. However, it is sometimes appreciated for its B-movie charm and the continued presence of Tim Thomerson in his iconic role.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fans of the franchise might find some enjoyment in the familiar premise and action.

  • The film is often seen as a step down in quality from the original Trancers.

  • Budgetary constraints are apparent, affecting the overall production value.

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Fun Fact

Despite being released in 1988, the film is chronologically the second in the 'Trancers' series, but it was filmed during the same period as the first 'Trancers' film and was originally intended as a direct-to-video sequel or an expanded cut.

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