Bulldozer
Bulldozer

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Bulldozer

1974
Movie
93 min
French

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Michele LupoGenres: Action, Crime

Plot Summary

A tough, incorruptible construction foreman, known for his powerful bulldozer, finds himself targeted by the mafia after he refuses to back down from a corrupt land deal. He must fight to protect his workers and expose the criminal organization threatening his community. The film blends action sequences with a struggle against organized crime.

Critical Reception

Bulldozer was a moderately successful action film in its native Italy, capitalizing on the popularity of its leading man, Franco Nero. While not critically acclaimed, it was praised for its straightforward action and Nero's charismatic performance, becoming a cult favorite among fans of Italian crime thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Enjoyable for its gritty, no-nonsense action sequences.

  • Franco Nero delivers a solid performance as a tough protagonist.

  • A typical example of 1970s Italian crime cinema.

Google audience: Audience reception for Bulldozer is scarce due to limited widespread release and contemporary online review platforms. However, it is generally remembered by fans as a solid, action-packed genre film from its era.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a loose trilogy of Franco Nero action films directed by Michele Lupo, often referred to as the 'super-cop' films, though Bulldozer focuses more on a civilian protagonist battling crime.

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