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Contrabandits

1968TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsEnglish

Contrabandits is a 1967 Australian TV series about the work of the customs department.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Joseph M. NewmanGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In this crime drama, a disgraced detective is drawn into a dangerous smuggling operation in South America. He must navigate a treacherous underworld filled with double-crosses and violence, while trying to uncover the truth behind the illicit trade. As the stakes rise, he finds himself caught between his own moral compass and the allure of easy money.

Critical Reception

Contrabandits was a modest crime thriller that received a mixed reception upon its release. Critics noted its gritty atmosphere and solid performances, particularly from Richard Conte, but some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally found it to be a competent, if unremarkable, entry in the crime genre of the late 1960s.

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  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performance.
  • Criticized for a familiar plot and occasional slow pacing.
  • Considered a decent, albeit not groundbreaking, crime film of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception for Contrabandits is difficult to ascertain as specific Google user ratings are not readily available. However, general sentiment suggests it was viewed as a standard crime film with some engaging elements.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Argentina, which provided an authentic backdrop for the smuggling narrative.

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