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Air Hawk
Outback pilot Jim Hawk investigates the murder of his brother, who had been involved in diamond mining in Queensland. He uncovers a plan to flood the market with diamonds.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a former U.S. Air Force pilot is forced into a deadly race against time. He must pilot a revolutionary new aircraft, the 'Air Hawk,' to rescue a kidnapped scientist and prevent a global catastrophe orchestrated by a ruthless dictator.
Critical Reception
Air Hawk received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its action sequences and Gossett Jr.'s performance, many found the plot to be derivative and the special effects dated even for its time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-flying aerial action and Louis Gossett Jr.'s commanding presence.
Criticized for a predictable plot and unimpressive visual effects.
A serviceable but ultimately forgettable sci-fi action flick from the mid-80s.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Air Hawk are scarce, but those available suggest a middling reception, with some viewers enjoying the action and Gossett Jr.'s role, while others found it lacking in originality and dated effects.
Fun Fact
The 'Air Hawk' aircraft in the film was a heavily modified Marchetti SF-260, a real-life Italian propeller-driven trainer and aerobatic aircraft.
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