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Slow Bullet 1988

95 min📅 1988-01-01

"Vietnam Was A Nightmare, But Home Was Hell"

Set against the sweltering jungles of Vietnam, *Slow Bullet* (1988) follows Sgt. Buddy Douglas and his elite LRRP team as they near the end of their final mission.

Director: Allen Wright

Cast

Jim Baskin
Sgt. 'Buddy' Douglas
Steadman Stahl
Cowboy
Tony Akers
Romeo
Kenneth Ward
Ernie (As Kenny Ward)
Vic Akers
Shrink

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Slow Bullet (1988) about?

The film follows Sgt. Buddy Douglas and his LRRP team as they close in on their final mission in Vietnam. Ordered to track down a suspected Viet Cong sniper, their search plunges them deeper into a world where the horrors of war refuse to let go.

Who directed Slow Bullet?

Allen Wright directed *Slow Bullet* (1988), bringing a sharp focus to its gritty action and wartime tension.

Who stars in Slow Bullet?

The cast features Jim Baskin as Sgt. Buddy Douglas, alongside Steadman Stahl, Tony Akers, Kenneth Ward, and Vic Akers, each delivering intense performances.

Is Slow Bullet (1988) worth watching?

With its intense action and wartime themes, *Slow Bullet* is a solid pick for fans of gritty Vietnam War films. While not widely rated, its raw atmosphere and tight pacing make it a compelling watch for action enthusiasts.

How long is Slow Bullet?

The runtime for *Slow Bullet* (1988) is 95 minutes.

About Slow Bullet (1988) — A Vietnam War Action Thriller You Won't Forget

Set against the sweltering jungles of Vietnam, *Slow Bullet* (1988) follows Sgt. Buddy Douglas and his elite LRRP team as they near the end of their final mission. Tasked with locating a suspected Viet Cong sniper, their patrol takes a harrowing turn when they discover the battlefield's nightmares don't end at the war's edge. Directed by Allen Wright, this gritty action film blends the relentless tension of combat with the haunting echoes of homecoming, capturing the raw edge between duty and survival. With a pulsating atmosphere of unease and urgency, *Slow Bullet* dives into themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the invisible wounds of war.

Jim Baskin leads the ensemble cast as Sgt. Buddy Douglas, with Steadman Stahl, Tony Akers, and Kenneth Ward rounding out the core team, all delivering performances steeped in the harsh realities of their roles. Wright's direction keeps the action tight and the stakes high, making *Slow Bullet* a tense, character-driven thriller that lingers long after the credits roll.