Search and Destroy

Take the "Maid of the Mist" tour boat, great Niagara Falls photography, and drop in a solid Vietnam revenge story. What you get is a surprisingly entertaining film, "Search and Destroy." Perry King and Don Stroud are the targets for a former War buddy, who is now their Vietnamese enemy seeking revenge after being left for dead. George Kennedy heads the not so helpful police. The movie is exciting and a terrific score is another plus. "Search and Destroy" is one of those films that, although clearly a "B" movie with an obvious limited budget, manages to greatly exceed expectations. It's worth me pounding the table for those who appreciate this type. I guarantee you will not be disappointed, and you may even wish to tell others about your unknown film discovery. - MERK

Search And Destroy was one of the first "post Vietnam vet" movies, and was one of the best. It wasn't about a super-human green beret who can kick everyone's butt, but rather a story of revenge. The music in the movie, especially the end title sequence is nothing short of great. Perry King was excellent in the film, and I followed all of Don Stroud's movies afterward to see if he did anything 'martial art' after. The movie is suspenseful, with a villain who will stop at nothing until everyone dies, and really brings out the primal feelings in keeping yourself and those you love around you, alive. This was one of my top movies from the 1970's.\classicalloy