THUNDER RUN is a perfectly serviceable mid-80's action flick. Lots of explosions, tinny synth score and dirtbag terrorists. It's all here for the taking.
Clearly inspired by THE ROAD WARRIOR, it features a battle truck doing a run down a deserted desert road while being beset by attackers. It's telling that it lacks the momentum and insanity of Miller's action. It is indicative of how films get copied but don't try too hard. It still works and does have some…
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