Fifty/Fifty is a 1992 action-adventure film set in Southeast Asia. The film tells the story of two disagreeing mercenaries, played by Peter Weller and Robert Hays, who are hired by the CIA to overthrow a dictator. This article provides insight into where the film was shot, the main actors, and some fun facts about the movie and its production.
Where it Filmed?
Filming for Fifty/Fifty took place in distinct global locations including Penang in Malaysia, Rome in Italy, and Sri Lanka. Production began in October 1990 with locations offering a diverse backdrop for the action-filled narrative.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Peter Weller | Jake Wyer |
| Robert Hays | Sam French |
| Charles Martin Smith | Martin Sprue |
| Ramona Rahman | Suleta |
| Kay Tong Lim | Akhantar |
| Dom Magwili | General Bosavi |
| Azmil Mustapha | Colonel Kota |
| Dharma Harun Al-Rashid | Sentul |
| Rohmat Juraimi | Muscular Rebel |
| Ursula Martin | Liz Powell |
| Sharudeen Tamby | Colonel Seng |
| M. Rasuli | Subaltern |
| Kenji Sevai | Helmsman |
| Ismail Bin Raimli | Elephant Man |
| Neelawathura Wijewardana | Plane Mechanic |
| Anna Lim | Maid |
| Helmy B.H.M. Salleh | Treasurer |
| Farah Esmilia Ramili | Girl with Grenade |
| Hussein Abu Hassan | Bus Driver |
Trivia and Facts
- The film’s director is Charles Martin Smith, known for his comprehensive storytelling technique.
- Writers for the film are Dennis Shryack and Michael Butler, contributing to the movie’s adventurous and thrilling plot.
- Apart from Peter Weller and Robert Hays, Charles Martin Smith also starred in the film alongside a host of other talented actors.
- In the early stages of its conception, the project had Sylvester Stallone and Eddie Murphy as potential stars.
- The movie has a runtime of 101 minutes and was made with a budget of an estimated $17,000,000.
- Despite an unsuccessful opening weekend in the United States where it made $104,450, it has continued to entertain audiences worldwide.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Penang, Malaysia
- Latitude: 5.263234100000001
- Longitude: 100.4846227
- Place ID: ChIJ3ZBTCQOUSjARP2OP86UFwyk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Penang, Malaysia
- Timezone: Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
- Location Name: Rome, Lazio, Italy
- Latitude: 41.8967068
- Longitude: 12.4822025
- Place ID: ChIJu46S-ZZhLxMROG5lkwZ3D7k
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Location Name: Sri Lanka
- Latitude: 7.873053999999999
- Longitude: 80.77179699999999
- Place ID: ChIJnR5a9jxZ4joRjNPiALSkPeE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sri Lanka
- Timezone: Asia/Colombo
