The Appaloosa
1966
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The movie's based on Steve Shagan's best-selling novel of a few years ago, which began with the premise that the Nazis discovered a cheap formula for synthetic fuel 35 years ago, and that the giant oil corporations have been suppressing it ever since.
30% Tomatometer 10 Reviews 22% Audience Score 1,000+ Ratings While investigating the death of a friend and fellow cop, Los Angeles police officer Barney Caine (George C. Scott) stumbles across ...
- (10)
- John G. Avildsen
- R
- George C. Scott
Dec 19, 1980 · The Formula: Directed by John G. Avildsen. With George C. Scott, Marlon Brando, Marthe Keller, John Gielgud. The synthetic fuel production formula, invented by the Nazis at the end of World War II, is sought after by some who aim to sell it, and by others who wish to destroy it.
- (2.9K)
- Crime, Thriller
- John G. Avildsen
- 1980-12-19
On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 30% rating based on 10 reviews. [3] TV Guide says- "Dull, contrived, and ploddingly directed by John G. Avildsen, this film is a never-ending series of repetitive interviews in which Barney asks questions of a recalcitrant informant.
Overview. Synopsis. Credits. Photos & Videos. Film Details. Awards. Articles & Reviews. Notes. Brief Synopsis. A detective is in jeopardy after discovering a synthetic formula for gasoline. Cast & Crew. Read More. John G. Avildsen. Director. George C Scott. Marlon Brando. Marthe Keller. Gerry Murphy. Paul Glawion. Photos & Videos. View All.
- John G. Avildsen
- George C Scott
Popular reviews. More. Michael501 📺 ★★½. 1980 In Review - December. While investigating the death of a friend and fellow cop, Los Angeles police officer Barney Caine (George C. Scott) stumbles across evidence that Nazis created a synthetic alternative to gasoline during World War II.
Recommendations. The synthetic fuel production formula, invented by the Nazis at the end of World War II, is sought after by some who aim to sell it, and by others who wish to destroy it.
