Steel Dawn (1987)

Steel Dawn (1987)
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This futuristic drama offers the classic story of Shane seved up with a few Mad Max moments and some interesting twists. The tale is set in the smouldering, decimated post-World War III town of Meridian, where locals scrabble to keep their meager farms watered in the midst of a desert wasteland. Bad-guys - a powerful landowner and his cronies - try to monopolize the precious local water supplies by bullying, kidnapping and even murdering citizens. To this beleaguered place comes the enigmatic swordsman/ warrior Nomad who has come in search of his mentor's killer. The town takes him on as their "Peacemaker" and he is able to end their problems and get his revenge to boot. The story was filmed on location in the deserts of South Africa. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

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Starring:
Patrick SwayzeLisa Niemi, (more)
Director(s):
Lance Hool
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Steel Dawn

This futuristic drama offers the classic story of Shane seved up with a few Mad Max moments and some interesting twists. The tale is set in the smouldering, decimated post-World War III town of Meridian, where locals scrabble to keep their meager farms watered in the midst of a desert wasteland. Bad-guys - a powerful landowner and his cronies - try to monopolize the precious local water supplies by bullying, kidnapping and even murdering citizens. To this beleaguered place comes the enigmatic swordsman/ warrior Nomad who has come in search of his mentor's killer. The town takes him on as their "Peacemaker" and he is able to end their problems and get his revenge to boot. The story was filmed on location in the deserts of South Africa. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
102 mins

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Director(s):
Lance Hool
Writer(s):
Doug Lefler
Producer(s):
Conrad HoolLance HoolLarry Sugar
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Brief Nudity, Adult Language, Graphic Violence, Questionable for Children, Adult Situations, Violence)
Categories:
Action / Adventure
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Benjamin G.

great movie.

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Michael G.

ez watching

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Melvin D.

its cheesy but a pretty good movie.

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