Pelea de perros
Pelea de perros

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Pelea de perros

1980
Movie
83 min
Spanish

Man butts heads with the leader of an agribusiness price-fixing cartel, then his daughter falls in love with that guy's son.

Insights

Director: Manuel Del MarGenres: Action, Crime

Plot Summary

A tough and determined law enforcer goes undercover to dismantle a dangerous criminal syndicate that has been terrorizing the city. He must navigate a treacherous underworld, facing betrayal and violence at every turn. The film culminates in a high-stakes confrontation where justice hangs in the balance.

Critical Reception

Pelea de perros was a modest success, generally well-received by audiences for its action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Eddie Garcia and Fernando Poe Jr. Critics noted its familiar genre tropes but praised its execution and pacing for a local production of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense action and fight choreography.

  • Applauded for the strong performances of its veteran cast.

  • Considered a solid entry in Filipino crime action cinema of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unrecorded in easily accessible online platforms, but its contemporary popularity suggests it was a favored action film among local viewers.

Fun Fact

The film features some of the most iconic actors in Philippine cinema, many of whom were established stars in their own right, lending significant star power to the project.

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