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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
film
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| gptkbp:associatedWith |
Complex relationships between characters.
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| gptkbp:audience |
Rated R.
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| gptkbp:boxOffice |
$2 million
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| gptkbp:budget |
$1 million
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Detective_John_Steele
gptkb:Detective_Sarah_Johnson Drug Lord Undercover Agent |
| gptkbp:characterArc |
Redemption of the main character.
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| gptkbp:characterDevelopment |
Focus on undercover cop's moral dilemmas.
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| gptkbp:characterTraits |
Desire to take down drug trafficking.
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| gptkbp:cinematographyBy |
gptkb:Michael_J._Murphy
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| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
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| gptkbp:criticalReception |
Mixed reviews
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| gptkbp:culturalImpact |
Cult following among action film enthusiasts.
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| gptkbp:directedBy |
gptkb:Michael_J._Murphy
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| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Cinetel_Films
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| gptkbp:editedBy |
gptkb:Michael_J._Murphy
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| gptkbp:editor |
Fast-paced editing.
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| gptkbp:filmFestival |
Screened at various film festivals.
Screened at independent film festivals. |
| gptkbp:filmingLocation |
gptkb:Los_Angeles
Non-linear editing techniques. |
| gptkbp:filmography |
Limited merchandise available.
90 minutes. Limited theatrical release. Gained a following over the years. Considered a cult classic. Justice and morality. Analyzed for its portrayal of law enforcement. Critics noted its action sequences. Emphasis on sound effects. Features cameos from other independent filmmakers. Independent filmmaking techniques. Influenced later action films. Nominated for independent film awards. Promoted through independent film circuits. Utilizes natural lighting. Filmed_in_various_locations_in_California. Produced_by_Murphy_Productions. |
| gptkbp:genre |
action
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| gptkbp:homeMediaRelease |
Released on VHS and DVD.
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Cold Blue Steel
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| gptkbp:influencedBy |
1980s action films.
Classic crime dramas. Film noir elements. |
| gptkbp:influences |
Action genre films
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| gptkbp:inputOutput |
Shot on 16mm film.
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| gptkbp:inspiredBy |
Real-life undercover operations.
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| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:merchandise |
Limited merchandise available.
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| gptkbp:musicBy |
gptkb:David_A._Stewart
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| gptkbp:musicComposer |
Soundtrack released in 1990.
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| gptkbp:notableFeature |
Fight sequences.
High-speed chases. Undercover operations. |
| gptkbp:plot |
A cop goes undercover to infiltrate a drug ring.
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| gptkbp:productionCompany |
gptkb:Murphy_Productions
Low-budget independent film. |
| gptkbp:released |
Filmed over a period of 30 days.
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| gptkbp:releaseDate |
1990-01-01
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| gptkbp:releasedIn |
1990
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| gptkbp:releaseFormat |
Theatrical release.
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| gptkbp:remake |
No known remakes.
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| gptkbp:runtime |
90 minutes
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| gptkbp:screenplayBy |
gptkb:Michael_J._Murphy
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| gptkbp:sequel |
No known sequels.
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| gptkbp:sideEffect |
Practical effects used.
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| gptkbp:soundtrack |
Soundtrack released in 1990.
Original_score_by_David_A._Stewart |
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Cynthia_Rothrock
gptkb:Michael_J._Murphy gptkb:Robert_Davi |
| gptkbp:trivia |
Filmed_in_various_locations_in_California.
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| gptkbp:viewership |
Gained popularity on cable television.
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