
- Genre
- Action
- Year
- 1988
- Runtime
- 1h44
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Red Heat
East meets West in a fiery showdown.
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Synopsis
In the 1988 action-packed film 'Red Heat', Arnold Schwarzenegger plays a tough Soviet police officer who teams up with a by-the-book Chicago cop, portrayed by James Belushi, to track down a dangerous drug lord. The unlikely duo forms an uneasy alliance as they delve into the heart of the criminal underworld, navigating through the gritty streets of Chicago and the treacherous landscape of the Iron Curtain. Filled with intense action sequences, witty banter, and unexpected twists, 'Red Heat' is a gripping buddy cop movie that showcases Schwarzenegger's charismatic presence and Belushi's comedic timing.
Cast
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Ivan Danko
Jim Belushi
Art Ridzik
Peter Boyle
Lou Donnelly
Ed O'Ross
Viktor Rostavili
Laurence Fishburne
Lt. Stobbs
Gina Gershon
Cat Manzetti
Reviews
Critics had mixed reactions to the 1988 film 'Red Heat'. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 69% rating, praising the dynamic chemistry between Schwarzenegger and Belushi but criticizing the formulaic storyline. IMDb rated the movie 6.1 out of 10, with some viewers lauding the thrilling action scenes while others felt the plot was lacking originality. Metacritic gave 'Red Heat' a score of 61/100, highlighting the film's strong performances but noting a lack of depth in character development. Despite the varying opinions, most critics agreed that 'Red Heat' delivers on the action front and provides an entertaining ride for fans of the genre.