The Demolitionist
The Demolitionist

The Demolitionist

1995Movie100 minEnglish

A murdered police officer is brought back to life by a cold-hearted scientist to serve as "The Demolitionist", the ultimate crime-fighting weapon in a city overrun by criminals and internal corruption

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Robert KurtzmanGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Horror

Plot Summary

A former police detective, resurrected as a cyborg by a mad scientist, seeks revenge on the corrupt police commissioner who betrayed him. Fueled by cybernetic enhancements and a thirst for justice, he unleashes a storm of destruction upon the criminal underworld. However, his quest for vengeance becomes complicated when he discovers the scientist's true, nefarious intentions.

Critical Reception

The Demolitionist was met with mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its low-budget production values and derivative plot. While some appreciated its over-the-top action and practical effects, others found it to be a forgettable entry in the sci-fi action genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic, albeit unoriginal, action sequences.
  • Criticized for its predictable plot and low-budget aesthetic.
  • Some found the practical effects and gore elements to be a highlight.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often cite the film as a B-movie with some entertaining, albeit cheesy, action, while others found it to be a poorly executed imitation of more successful genre films.

Fun Fact

Director Robert Kurtzman is also known for his work in special effects and has contributed to films like 'Evil Dead II' and 'Army of Darkness'.

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