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Movie poster: Kill or Be Killed (1976)
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Kill or Be Killed

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1976 · 90 min Action Adventure Drama
4.2 / 10 · TMDB

Two former ranking figures of the Axis powers (the evil General Von Rudloff and Japanese master Miyagi) schedule a deadly martial arts tournament in Von Rudloff's desert castle. They race to assemble the top competitors from around the world, with the rebellious Steve Hunt being the most sought after.

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Year 1976
Country South Africa, United States of America
Genre Action, Adventure, Drama
Director Ivan Hall
Runtime 90 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.2/10 (15 votes)

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The film constructs its premise on the hybrid appeal of a post-war adventure story and the rising popularity of martial arts, relying heavily on the classic 'deadly tournament' framework. It explores themes of rivalry and legacy through its contrasting villainous hosts and their global recruitment drive.

What lingers after the final showdown is the distinct, gritty charm of a mid-70s B-movie, where fistfights, desert chases, and castle intrigue collide with unapologetic simplicity. It's a time capsule of a specific grindhouse flavor. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ivan Hall

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Best enjoyed as a late-night, undemanding piece of 70s action-adventure pulp cinema.

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