Dynamite
Dynamite

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Dynamite

1978
Movie
Adult · 18+
70 min
English

An anonymous caller to a newspaper sets off a massive search for a bomb he has placed in a bookstore, but someone has accidentally taken the bomb home among his purchases. The time bomb had been hidden in a sex toy that circulates among a group of men who have no idea that they are playing a lethal game...

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Cirio H. SantiagoGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disgraced former police detective, now a freelance troubleshooter, is hired to retrieve a stolen briefcase containing highly sensitive information. His investigation leads him into a dangerous world of international espionage and ruthless assassins. He must navigate a treacherous landscape of double-crosses and betrayals to complete his mission and survive.

Critical Reception

Dynamite is a low-budget action film from the Philippines that garnered minimal critical attention during its release. It is largely forgotten by mainstream critics, though it has a cult following among fans of exploitation and B-movies. Audiences who enjoy straightforward, action-packed thrillers might find some entertainment value.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features predictable action sequences typical of its era and budget.

  • The plot relies on familiar espionage tropes.

  • Offers a glimpse into Filipino action cinema of the late 70s.

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Fun Fact

Director Cirio H. Santiago was prolific in producing low-budget action and exploitation films, often filming in the Philippines and selling them to the American drive-in market.

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