Explosion
Explosion

Explosion

1982Movie65 minSlovak

Television film about people who are actively involved in the Slovak national uprising in 1944. A screen adaptation of the novel by Rudo Moritz in 1951.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Mark HarrisGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former bomb disposal expert, now living in seclusion, is drawn back into action when a ruthless terrorist group threatens to detonate a series of bombs across Los Angeles. He must race against time to disarm the devices and prevent a city-wide catastrophe, confronting his own past traumas along the way. The film follows his perilous journey as he battles both the ticking clocks and his own demons.

Critical Reception

Explosion (1982) received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged its attempts at suspense and action, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. It is generally considered a B-movie with limited impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Despite a potentially exciting premise, the film struggles with a derivative plot.
  • The action sequences are uninspired and fail to generate significant tension.
  • Performances are largely unmemorable, failing to elevate the material.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available. General sentiment from available sources indicates it was not a widely discussed or critically acclaimed film.

Fun Fact

The film was one of several low-budget action thrillers produced in the early 1980s capitalizing on the popularity of the genre, often featuring direct-to-video releases or limited theatrical runs.

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