Furtună în Pacific
Furtună în Pacific

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Furtună în Pacific

1985
Movie
87 min
Romanian

Ship "Saturn" prepares to return home from the American west coast. The ship is damaged at a very bad time, when a severe storm comes their way, they loose propulsion. The currents are pulling them towards a rocky island and they must try the impossible to save themselves.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Victor T. FlorescuGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during World War II, the film follows a group of Romanian soldiers tasked with a dangerous mission in the Pacific. Faced with overwhelming odds and the harsh realities of war, they must confront their own fears and loyalties. The narrative explores themes of survival, camaraderie, and the psychological toll of combat. Their journey becomes a test of resilience against a backdrop of intense conflict.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, appreciated for its historical setting and dramatic performances, though some critics noted pacing issues. It is considered a notable Romanian war film of the era, examining the human element within a large-scale conflict.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and focus on soldier psychology.

  • Acknowledged for its historical depiction of a less commonly explored front for Romanian cinema.

  • Some found the plot development to be uneven.

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Fun Fact

Although set in the Pacific, the film was primarily shot in Romania, utilizing local landscapes to represent the exotic and dangerous theater of war.

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