Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold
Plot
Cleopatra Jones (Tina Turner) is a U.S. government agent who is sent to Las Vegas to investigate the disappearance of a top government scientist. She soon discovers that the scientist has been kidnapped by a group of criminals led by the villainous Lazar (Arnold Vosloo). Lazar is planning to use the scientist’s research to create a new type of weapon that will make him unstoppable.
Cleopatra Jones teams up with her partner, Willy Scott (Billy Dee Williams), to stop Lazar and his plans. They track down Lazar’s hideout and engage in a thrilling battle. In the end, Cleopatra Jones and Willy Scott are victorious, and Lazar is defeated.
Cast
- Tina Turner as Cleopatra Jones
- Billy Dee Williams as Willy Scott
- Arnold Vosloo as Lazar
- Stuart Wilson as Dr. Eric Slavin
- David Warner as General Slater
- Jack Warden as Foster
- Paul Winfield as Hawkins
- Grace Jones as Mama Lion
- Frank McRae as Hawk
- Sid Haig as King George
Awards
Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards: Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (Tina Turner).
Box Office
Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold was a box office success, grossing over $40 million worldwide.
Critical Reception
Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the film’s action sequences and Tina Turner’s performance, while others criticized the film’s formulaic plot and lack of originality.
Overall, Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold is a fun and action-packed film that is sure to entertain fans of the genre. The film’s cast is excellent, and the story is engaging and suspenseful. While the film does not break any new ground, it is a solid entry in the Cleopatra Jones franchise.
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