American Dragons
American Dragons

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American Dragons

1998
Movie
91 min
English

Murders in Seoul, Korea and in America pair two cops from each of the countries together to solve the crimes. The investigation leads to a gang war between the Mafia and the Yakuza, but one that may not be of either of their making. A shadowy assassin is killing the leaders and an Italian assassin may have his own agenda.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Paul ZillerGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disgraced former DEA agent, Marco, is drawn back into the dangerous world of international drug trafficking when his estranged daughter is kidnapped by a ruthless crime syndicate. He must team up with a martial arts expert to rescue her and bring down the organization responsible. The mission takes them through a series of perilous encounters and intense fight sequences. Marco must confront his past and fight for his daughter's life against formidable odds.

Critical Reception

American Dragons received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was largely ignored by audiences. It is often cited as a low-budget action film with weak plotting, poor acting, and uninspired fight choreography. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is rarely mentioned in discussions of notable martial arts or action cinema from the late 1990s.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a generic plot and predictable action sequences.

  • Acting performances are widely criticized as wooden and unconvincing.

  • The martial arts choreography lacks excitement and originality.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and audience reception for 'American Dragons' is not readily available, as the film did not achieve widespread distribution or significant critical attention. Therefore, a summary of what Google users specifically liked or disliked cannot be provided.

Fun Fact

Despite its low profile, 'American Dragons' features a cast with some martial arts and action film experience, including Don Wilson, a multiple-time world champion kickboxer, and Julie Strain, known for her roles in various B-movies and her work as a model.

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