The Snake Eaters are an elite division of the Marines especially trained for search and destroy missions. This actioner chronicles the exploits of one of them who has become a cop. Known as a tough loner, he returns to find the band of backwoods bad-guys who killed his parents and abducted his sister.
Practical Effects
Exploding shacks and motorcycle stunts done by someone possibly drunk.
Costume
Lamas' leather jacket deserves its own credit line.
Acting
Ron Palillo (Horshack!) plays a pyromaniac named Torchy. Casting genius.
Director
George Erschbamer
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Ron Palillo's attempt to break out of sitcom typecasting. He played a pyromaniac. Bold choice.
The 'Snake Eaters' were a real Marine recon unit, but this film has zero connection to actual military anything.
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