Thunder and Lightning

A disillusioned Vietnam veteran, Alex 'The Hawk' Hawthorne, tries to leave his past behind by moving to Florida and becoming a professional motorcycle racer. However, he soon finds himself embroiled in a dangerous plot involving stolen diamonds and ruthless criminals. He must use his combat skills and quick thinking to survive and protect those he cares about.

Thunder and Lightning received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some critics appreciated the action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, many found the plot to be predictable and the pacing uneven. It is generally considered a B-movie that capitalized on the popularity of motorcycle action films of the era.

• Features some exciting motorcycle stunts.
• The plot is derivative and lacks originality.
• Performances are adequate but don't elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with limited available data. Those that exist tend to reflect the critical sentiment, noting it as a passable action film for its time but not a standout.

The film was shot on location in Florida, utilizing many of the state's scenic routes and burgeoning motorcycle racing scenes of the late 1970s.