Product Details

• Actors: Scott Baio, Thomas Ballatore, Ann Boehlke, Shannon Bruce, Rick Dean
• Format: Color, NTSC
• Rated: R (Restricted)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: New Horizons Home En
• VHS Release Date: April 12, 1999
• Run Time: 84 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 6304904495
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #382,661 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better than I expected, November 18, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Detonator [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I expected this movie to be a joke, and while it certainly was not the best movie I've ever seen, I was very impressed for a low-budget film. Scott Baio carries the film very well, and his underestimated talents shine in this film. The acting of the supporting cast is spotty, but anyone who is a fan of Baio will be impressed, as long as they are not expecting to see little "Chachi Arcola" from "Happy Days." Of course the lighting is not superior, but this was a low-budget independent film, so that is understandable. The bottom line is that for the type of film and the type of budget it had, it's very impressive. It is just a shame that Mr. Baio cannot seem to get a part in a mainstream feature these days. This film proves his acting talents are far too good for the types of movies he has been able to get parts in.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Does Baio put this one on his resume?, March 22, 2001

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R (Modesto, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Detonator [VHS] (VHS Tape)

After watching this film you may ask yourself if the "film makers" intended it to be as funny as it is! The sheer amount of flash backs is sure to amaze anyone! Don't pass up this gem!--please file under direct to video satire--

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars What if Ed Wood were making movies today?, March 21, 2001

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Erich O. Raudman (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Detonator [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This no budget American re-make of "The Professional" is hysterically (unintentionally?) funny. Pointless flashbacks of scenes we just saw, actors improperly miked, bad lighting, over the top performances, stock explosions from other films, may very well make this the modern day "Plan 9 From Outer Space". If you love bad film, this is a must own masterpiece.