Snake Eater II: The Drug Buster
Snake Eater II: The Drug Buster

Snake Eater II: The Drug Buster

1989Movie93 minEnglish

A Vietnam vet breaks out of a mental institution to go after drug-dealing gangsters who are selling contaminated product that is killing people.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: George ErschbamerGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Disgraced detective Jack Kelley, also known as 'The Cobra,' is pulled back into action when a notorious drug cartel begins terrorizing the city. Kelley must go undercover and utilize his unique, often brutal, methods to dismantle the organization before it completely consumes the city. Facing overwhelming odds and corrupt officials, he becomes the last line of defense in a war on drugs.

Critical Reception

Snake Eater II: The Drug Buster is widely considered a low-budget, direct-to-video action flick typical of its era. While it delivers on gratuitous violence and a predictable plot, it received largely negative reviews from critics who found its acting, writing, and production values to be subpar. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its appeal mainly limited to fans of B-grade action cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is criticized for its poor acting and generic plot.
  • Excessive and often unconvincing violence is a common complaint.
  • Production values are considered very low, even for its budget.

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Fun Fact

Lorenzo Lamas, who stars as the protagonist, also directed a later film in the 'Snake Eater' franchise, 'Snake Eater III: Snake Eater'.

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