Cybernetics Guardian
Cybernetics Guardian

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Cybernetics Guardian

1989
Movie
43 min
Japanese

A freak accident unleashes a demonic spirit within researcher John Stalker - transforming him into Saldo, a mythical cyber-beast fueled by hate and evil.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Graeme CampbellGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, a cybernetically enhanced police officer, known as a 'Guardian', goes rogue after his programming is tampered with. He becomes a threat to the very society he was designed to protect. A former colleague must then hunt him down to prevent further chaos.

Critical Reception

Cybernetics Guardian received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, often criticized for its low budget, simplistic plot, and derivative nature. While some appreciated its attempts at a futuristic action-thriller, it was largely seen as a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition within a limited budget.

  • Criticized for its unoriginal story and weak special effects.

  • Seen as a generic sci-fi action film of its era.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Toronto, Canada, utilizing its urban landscape to create a futuristic, albeit gritty, atmosphere.

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