Dangerous Orphans
Dangerous Orphans

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Dangerous Orphans

1985
Movie
93 min
English

Three orphaned boys - O'Malley, Rossi and Moir - become blood brothers. When they grow up, they plot revenge on the crooks who got away with shooting O'Malley's father. The crooks are doing very nicely importing heroin and laundering money. The boys begin by killing one of the crooks, stealing his indentification and cleaning out the guy's Swiss bank account. But their revenge does not stop here... And the American end of the operation is getting very curious.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Christopher AtkinsGenres: Adventure, Family

Plot Summary

In 1940s Hawaii, a young boy named Finn discovers a treasure map that leads him on an adventure with his friends to find hidden pirate gold. Along the way, they encounter danger and must use their wits to outsmart rivals who also seek the treasure. The journey tests their courage and friendship as they race against time and uncover secrets of the island.

Critical Reception

Dangerous Orphans was a modest independent film that garnered some attention for its adventurous spirit and picturesque Hawaiian setting. While not a major box office success, it found an audience with families and fans of adventure stories. Critics generally noted its lighthearted tone and suitability for younger viewers, though some found the plot predictable and the execution lacking polish.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its family-friendly adventure theme.

  • Commended for its scenic Hawaiian locations.

  • Criticized for a somewhat simplistic and predictable storyline.

Google audience: Audience reception for Dangerous Orphans is largely unknown due to limited public reviews.

Fun Fact

Christopher Atkins, who also directed the film, starred in the popular 1980 film 'The Blue Lagoon'.

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