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ecently I got a copy of this movie, which I haven't seen in ages and I was pleasantly surprised how much I still liked it. Red Heat isn't the best flick in the world but if you like Arnie and if you like action you will enjoy this movie.
Basic story run down: Arnie is a detective from Russia sent over to the States in order to capture a drug dealer. He gets partnered up with John Belushi and the two must try to get along and bring down the bad guy.
A standard premise, with the added twist of the culture clash, but it works especially if you enjoy buddy movies.
Now, what I liked about this movie. Well for one, Arnie.
I just couldn't seem to get enough of the guy back when I was younger. I just looked for action in movies but now, after rewatching them again, I can see why Arnie was so big in the 80's and early 90's. He brings so much screen presence even in a bad action movie like this one. John Belushi does a good job of your average gung-ho "I'm too old for this sh*t" cop and tries to make the best he can of the material.
Their buddy banter is alright and didn't bring anything new to the table but you can't expect much from a formula that has been done over and over again.
The action in the movie is decent. Nothing to write home about, but it will keep you entertained for a couple of hours as you're munching on some popcorn!
Explosions, fisty cuffs and gun fights make up the most of this movie's arsenal and are enjoyable to watch.
Lawrence Fishburn and Peter Boyle also make appearances in the movie but once again it's nothing memorable.
Overall this movie is something that you might want to pick up one of those boring Friday nights.
Grab some beer, some snacks and just enjoy...
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Not the best of Arnold's movies but also definitely not the worst. It's about on par with Raw Deal.
Lots of violence and action 80's style so you cant really go wrong here.
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This was the first western film crew to be allowed to film in Moscow's Red Square. Many of the other Moscow scenes, as well as the "bath-house" scene were filmed in Hungary. 
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During filming the producers tried to have the city move the sculpture, by Alexander Calder on Dearborn Avenue, over a few feet in order to accommodate a bus chase. Due to the immensity of the sculpture and the fact that it is made of solid steel, the city declined and the scene was cut.
Part of the Moscow Scenes were filmed in Budapest, Hungary at the Castle of Buda. A few hungarian actors had roles at the film; most notable is Gabor Koncz, who played the brother of the main villain. -Thanks to Viktor_the_Hun
When the bus driven by Arnold Schwarzenegger crashes through the fountain, its left headlight is smashed. However, several later shots of the bus show both headlights are still functioning.
Ivan Danko's police uniform is a combination of at least six different uniforms. His hat is a Moscow Commander's Special and he also wears a Parade Band Musician axelbant.
Soviet police didn't carry badges.
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Music Composed by James Horner
Tracklist:
1. Main Title (3:00)
2. Russian Streets (1:35)
3. Cleanhead Bust (4:16)
4. Victor Escapes (2:53)
5. Tailing Kat - The Set Up (7:55)
6. Hospital Chase (4:30)
7. The Hotel (6:21)
8. Bus Station (9:34)
9. End Credit (4:04)
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