The plot could be recycled today without a lot of revisions to the script or even a sequel. Lets face it, the energy sector is just as important and just as screwed up (at least in perception) and everybody loves a good conspiracy.
Having said that, this movie suffers from the type of cinematography in the early 1980's. The direction, camera work and most of the acting was plain uninspired. Brando was a good baddie, but he's not seen too much. Scott is pretty good for the most part, but when he stumbled over a couple of lines, the director decided not to reshoot the scenes. One of the difficulties of acting in a foreign language is that its hard to emote. And the cast here have that problem, unfortunately.
Having said that, this movie suffers from the type of cinematography in the early 1980's. The direction, camera work and most of the acting was plain uninspired. Brando was a good baddie, but he's not seen too much. Scott is pretty good for the most part, but when he stumbled over a couple of lines, the director decided not to reshoot the scenes. One of the difficulties of acting in a foreign language is that its hard to emote. And the cast here have that problem, unfortunately.