Going Bananas
Going Bananas

Movie spotlight

Going Bananas

1987
Movie
95 min
English

An evil circus owner chases a chimp and his friends through Africa. Not necessarily 'Dyn-O-Mite!', but this silly monkey business is decent family fun.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Director: Nicholas N. T. WongGenres: Comedy, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

A disgraced cop, seeking redemption, goes undercover to infiltrate a notorious triad smuggling ring. He navigates a dangerous world of double-crosses and betrayals, facing off against ruthless gangsters and corrupt officials. His mission becomes increasingly perilous as he gets closer to the truth, risking his life and reputation to bring down the criminal empire.

Critical Reception

Going Bananas received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its formulaic plot and inconsistent tone. While some action sequences were noted for their energy, the film was generally seen as a low-budget, forgettable entry in the action-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable storyline and weak character development.

  • Action sequences are present but often lack polish and originality.

  • Its comedic elements are frequently overshadowed by the crime plot, leading to an uneven viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but generally indicate it's a standard, uninspired action flick with some brief moments of entertainment.

Fun Fact

Richard Harrison, who stars in the film, is an American martial artist and actor who gained fame in Italian B-movies during the 1970s and 1980s.

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Ben

Ben

A ridiculous romp that requires one suspend all critical thinking to be enjoyed. My eight year old self would have loved this if he could get past the wildlife experts repeatedly referring to the ape as a monkey. The most intelligent charac...