O Todo Poderoso
O Todo Poderoso

O Todo Poderoso

1980TV ShowEnded1 SeasonPortuguese
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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Sidney J. FurieGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A retired detective, Leo Trench, is hired to do a simple job: find a stolen briefcase. However, the job quickly escalates when he discovers the briefcase contains the plans for a new advanced weapon. Trench must then race against time to stop the weapon from falling into the wrong hands, all while dealing with a persistent and nosy reporter.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. Its convoluted plot, reliance on clichés, and inconsistent tone were frequently cited as major weaknesses.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its nonsensical plot and generic action sequences.
  • Art Carney's performance was often noted, but not enough to save the film.
  • Lacked originality and failed to deliver a satisfying crime-comedy experience.

Google audience: Audience reception is not well-documented, but critical and commercial failure suggests a lack of positive audience engagement.

Fun Fact

The film's original script was intended to be a more serious thriller before it was rewritten as a comedy-action film.

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