Angry Lone Island
Angry Lone Island

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Angry Lone Island

1989
Movie
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Mandarin

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Marcus AdamsGenres: Action, Adventure, Drama

Plot Summary

On a remote, uncharted island, a team of explorers discovers a hidden civilization and a powerful artifact. When a ruthless mercenary group arrives with plans to exploit the island's resources, the explorers must band together with the indigenous people to protect their home and prevent a global catastrophe.

Critical Reception

Angry Lone Island was met with a mixed response from critics, who praised its ambitious scope and visual effects but criticized its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences, however, embraced the film's action-packed sequences and exotic setting, leading to a respectable box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with breathtaking action sequences.

  • Character development is thin, relying heavily on star power.

  • The story, while ambitious, becomes difficult to follow at times.

Google audience: Viewers enjoyed the film's fast-paced action and the novelty of its island setting. Some found the plot a bit confusing, but most appreciated the adventure and the performances of the lead actors.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Academy Awards.

Fun Fact

The remote island location used for filming was actually a meticulously constructed set on a soundstage, due to the logistical challenges of shooting in a truly isolated environment.

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