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Fire in the Night
Ülo and Olev think the German occupation is humiliating and the soldiers are arrogant. But even among Estonians there are people who cannot be trusted - this can have fatal consequences. Witty schoolboys find out that Mr Velirand, who has moved in the apartment that once belonged to their teacher, is a henchman of Fascists. The boys make up their minds to give people warning about the provocator, even if the rebellion is risky and their opponent superior, as it had been in the St George's Night Uprising in 1343.
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Plot Summary
A disgruntled Vietnam War veteran, played by William Smith, takes a job as a security guard at a bustling Los Angeles radio station. When a ruthless gang of robbers, led by a cold-blooded killer, launches a brazen daylight heist, he finds himself the only line of defense. Trapped within the station with innocent employees, he must use his combat skills to outwit and confront the heavily armed criminals.
Critical Reception
Fire in the Night is a gritty and suspenseful action thriller that garnered attention for its intense set pieces and William Smith's compelling performance. While not a mainstream critical darling, it's appreciated by fans of 70s exploitation and action cinema for its raw energy and straightforward, violent narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense action sequences and effective pacing.
William Smith delivers a strong, physical performance as the ex-soldier hero.
The film is noted for its gritty, no-holds-barred approach to its violent premise.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Fire in the Night' is not readily available on Google's platform.
Fun Fact
Steve Carver, the director, also directed other notable exploitation films like 'Big Bad Mama' and 'The Big Bird Cage'.
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