TV Show spotlight
Rock Arena
Rock Arena was a weekly Australian music television show broadcast by the ABC from 23 February 1982 until 31 January 1989. The program featured live music performances, and interviews with bands and singers. The performances were presented as if the artist was in a pub or in concert.
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Plot Summary
A former Olympic swimmer turned detective investigates the death of his younger sister, a talented singer, who was involved with dangerous people in the cutthroat world of a trendy nightclub. He navigates a dangerous path filled with shady characters, double-crosses, and intense confrontations.
Critical Reception
Rock Arena was a modestly budgeted action-thriller that received a mixed reception upon its release. Critics were divided, with some praising its energetic action sequences and Nouri's performance, while others found the plot predictable and derivative of other films of the era. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining, if unremarkable, genre film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced action and Michael Nouri's committed performance.
Criticized for a plot that often felt formulaic and lacking originality.
Seen as a serviceable, if unexceptional, 80s action thriller.
Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but generally highlight the film's energetic pace and the presence of Michael Nouri as positives, while some found the storyline to be predictable.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around Los Angeles, with scenes filmed at the historic Ambassador Hotel, which was later demolished.
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