Not everyone has endless resources when it comes to film. Whether it’s cars, money, or a decent special effects crew, not everyone can shell out like the Hollywood big boys.
But you make do with what you got, and from what we’re seeing here, 'One Man Army' doesn't look like it had much.
Released in 1994 - back in that glorious renaissance age of '90s action B movies - 'One Man Army' follows Jerry Pelt, an unstoppable kickboxing champion, as he uncovers a corrupt police force. Because he’s a straight solid shooter 'in a world’ full of corrupt police.
It’s a dog-eat-dog world out there, but luckily he’s a man on the edge who’s as masculine as a scorpion burrito and has a back that ripples like a bag full of snakes.
If you haven’t guessed, it’s pretty much aimed straight at Republicans. Hence the stupid plot, and all of the crazy maneuvers and stunts.
Featuring two kit cars in lieu of a proper Ferrari F40 and Lamborghini Countach, 'One Man Army' has them crank out some pretty amazing stuff, even though they aren’t the original cars they're based on.
As cool as they are, however, the poor fit-and-finish of the cars does ruin the immersion quite a bit, with one scene showing a missing window from the Countach and another exposing the interior of the ‘F40’ as just a Pontiac Fiero in disguise.
However, despite the obvious hints that the cars aren’t real, the car chase is a pretty decent attempt at creating excitement. Even if the rest of the movie probably makes no sense.
What do you think of B-movie action flicks from the ‘90s? Do they have better car chases than the movies of today? Let us know what you think in the comments.
