The movie, “American Eagle” released in 1989, is an action genre and it is directed by Robert J. Smawley with Asher Brauner as the writer. The film stars Asher Brauner, Robert F. Lyons, and Vernon Wells in the lead roles. This movie provides an intriguing insight into the filming locations and other little-known facts related to its production and cast.
Where it Filmed?
“American Eagle” was shot entirely in South Africa. The filming process began on November 28, 1988. South Africa served as the backdrop for the entire film, adding to the unique visual element of the movie.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Asher Brauner | Max Shane |
| Robert F. Lyons | Rudy Argente |
| Vernon Wells | Johnny Burke |
| Kai Baker | Angela Argente |
| Anthony Fridjhon | Richard Assad |
| Ron Smerczak | Edward Slovak |
| Robert Whitehead | Detective Lambert |
| Diane Appleby | Lena |
| Lawrence Ginsberg | Carmello |
| Drummond Marais | Spencer |
| Al Karaki | Paco |
| Carrie Glyn | Juliet |
| Michael Atkinson | Silverhair |
| Terence Reis | Allan |
| Dennis Folbigge | Arms Dealer 1 |
| Patrick Lyster | Arms Dealer 2 |
| Kimberleigh Stark | Model 1 |
| Patricia Lewis | Model 2 |
| Jennifer Marshall | Model 3 |
| Sarah Leftwich | Model 4 |
| Douglas Lookwhy | Cashier |
| Jonathan Taylor | G-Man 1 |
| Tom Aigner | G-Man 2 |
| Debra Kaye | Waitress |
| James Whyle | Gangmember 1 |
| Salvatore Architto | Gangmember 2 |
| Brian Skinner | Gangmember 4 |
| Dave Ridley | Gangmember 5 |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was released in 1989.
- The run time of the movie is 1 hour and 32 minutes.
- Directed by Robert J. Smawley and written by Asher Brauner.
- Main roles were played by Asher Brauner, Robert F. Lyons, and Vernon Wells.
- The story revolves around three American boys who turned into men amidst the horrors of Vietnam.
- The title of the movie in Philippines was “Codename: American Eagle”.
- The movie was also known as “Mercenarios de guerra II” in Spain, “Amerikai sas” in Hungary, “Amerykański orzeł” in Poland, and “American Eagle – Merchants of War II” in West Germany.
- The film was produced by Ephraim/Parker Productions and Triax Entertainment Group.
- Distributed by companies like Cineplex Odeon Films and Meeker Group International in the United States and Canada.
- The movie is classified as R in the United States and has various certifications in other countries.
