Movie Information
Overall Rank: 59494
Average Rating: 2.3/4
# of Ratings: 2
Theatrical Release Date: 08/01/1985
Language: Italian
Genre: Action, Adventure
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Director: Antonio Margheriti
Actors: Christopher Connelly, Marina Costa, Lee Van Cleef, Luciano Pigozzi, Dario Pontonutti, Mike Monty
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2.5/4
Ridiculous but reliable enough 'Raiders' ripoff
Indyfreak - wrote on 09/18/2026
Italian "Raiders of the Lost Ark" ripoff that also shares commonalities with the later Disney movie "Jungle Cruise". The hero even dresses the same as Dwayne Johnson. Although this movie is clearly made on a lower budget, there is some schlocky charm to be had.
There is one extended opening action scene that has an amusing gag as its payoff. A couple of car chases make good use of model work and stunts. It does seem the director Antonio Margheriti wants this to appear like a good-looking movie.
However, the audio for the dialogue is bad at times. But the worst thing about this otherwise nifty little B-movie is the soundtrack. It is wildly inappropriate for the adventure tone they are aiming for. It sounds too comical and whimsical during the action scenes.
Despite those hangups, …
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