Cobra Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A cop who eats pizza with scissors must protect a model from axe-wielding weirdos while dispensing justice with extreme prejudice… and a sweet car.

🍿 Cobra: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Opening Supermarket Standoff

The film opens with a hostage situation in a Los Angeles supermarket. A crazed gunman is holding shoppers hostage, spouting rhetoric about a ‘New World.’ Lt. Marion ‘Cobra’ Cobretti, a member of the LAPD’s elite Zombie Squad, arrives on the scene to handle the situation. He confronts the shooter and, after a tense exchange, eliminates him, showcasing his ruthless and effective methods.

The New World Cult

It’s revealed that the supermarket shooter is part of a larger, more sinister group known as ‘The New World,’ a social Darwinist cult that believes in eliminating the weak to create a superior society. This cult is responsible for a series of brutal murders across the city, terrorizing the population. Their methods are violent and unpredictable, leaving the police baffled.

Ingrid: The Key Witness

Ingrid Knudsen, a model, witnesses one of the New World’s murders. This makes her a target for the cult, who will stop at nothing to silence her. Cobra is assigned to protect Ingrid, placing her in protective custody. He soon discovers that The New World is far more organized and dangerous than initially believed.

Escorting Ingrid and Betrayal

Cobra, along with his partner Gonzales, attempts to transport Ingrid to a safe location outside the city. However, they are betrayed by a member of their own department, Nancy Stalk, who is secretly aligned with The New World. This leads to a deadly ambush in a small town, where Cobra and Ingrid are forced to fight for their lives.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Marion Cobretti (Sylvester Stallone): A tough-on-crime street cop who isn’t afraid to use excessive force to bring down criminals.
• Ingrid (Brigitte Nielsen): A model who becomes the target of a murderous cult after witnessing one of their crimes.
• Night Slasher (Brian Thompson): The leader of the ‘New World’ cult, who believes in eliminating the weak from society.
• Gonzales (Reni Santoni): Cobra’s wisecracking partner who assists him in protecting Ingrid and fighting the cult.
• Detective Monte (Andrew Robinson): Cobra’s superior, who constantly clashes with him over his brutal methods and disregard for police procedure.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Marion Cobretti: “You’re a disease, and I’m the cure.” – Cobra’s defining line, delivered to the supermarket hostage-taker, encapsulating his violent approach to crime.
• Marion Cobretti: “This is where the law stops… and I start.” – Cobra says this iconic line to the Night Slasher, highlighting his vigilante justice.
• Marion Cobretti: “Go ahead, I don’t shop here.” – Cobra nonchalantly tells a hostage taker to proceed with his threats during the opening supermarket scene.
• Night Slasher: “The court is civilized, isn’t it, pig?” – The Night Slasher taunts Cobra, contrasting the legal system with his brutal methods.
• Marion Cobretti: “Hey dirtbag, you wasted that kid for nothing. Now I think it’s time to waste you!” – Cobra angrily speaks to the supermarket killer right before killing him.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $25,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $49,042,224
• Worldwide Gross: $49,042,224

💥 Cobra Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so Cobra isn’t exactly high art, but I absolutely love it! Stallone’s ‘Cobra’ is such a cool character. I remember when I first saw it, I was hooked by the opening scene in the supermarket. The action and the one-liners, are classic. Sure, it’s over-the-top and kinda dumb but if you don’t enjoy this 80’s action, then you’re missing out.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Sylvester Stallone’s action movies”
  • “Viewers who enjoy 1980s action films”
  • “Those looking for over-the-top violence and action sequences”
  • “Fans of cult classic movies”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Intense violence and gore”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Brief nudity”
  • “Thematic elements of social Darwinism and vigilantism”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “Cobra is a monument to 80s excess, delivering violence and cheese in equal measure. Stallone’s performance is as wooden as his one-liners, but for fans of mindless action, it might scratch that itch.
• AllMovie: “While undeniably stylish in its over-the-top action sequences, Cobra suffers from a paper-thin plot and underdeveloped characters. Still, Stallone’s iconic look and the relentless pace provide some entertainment value.
• Empire: “Cobra is the ultimate 80s action movie where Stallone is the cure for crime and corruption, but is it any good? If you like explosions and cheesy dialogue and violence then you’ll enjoy the film, but other than this it struggles.

Audience Reactions

Stallone’s cool, stoic performance and iconic look, sunglasses and matchstick make him memorable.: Viewers often praise the film’s over-the-top action and violence, but there are negative viewers who bash the movie

Overall Consensus: A divisive 80s action flick, Cobra is loved by fans for its over-the-top action and Stallone’s performance, while critics find it cheesy and lacking in substance.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Sylvester Stallone originally conceived ‘Cobra’ as a darker, more action-oriented version of ‘Beverly Hills Cop,’ but his ideas were rejected by the studio.”
• “The film is loosely based on Paula Gosling’s novel ‘Fair Game.'”
• “Brian Thompson, who played the Night Slasher, had to purchase his own ticket to the premiere because he was not invited by the producers or Warner Bros.”

🖥️ How to Watch Cobra?

Cobra is available for purchase or rental on various platforms. Check services like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu for availability. Some services may offer it as part of a subscription or for individual purchase/rental.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Cobra, you might like these similar films:

• Dirty Harry (1971): Features a renegade cop who is willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Death Wish (1974): Shares the theme of vigilante justice and taking the law into one’s own hands in response to rampant crime.
• Tango & Cash (1989): Features buddy cops who use violent methods to fight crime.
• The Equalizer (2014): Thematic similarities between the protagonist and Cobra, both taking a stand against overwhelming crime.
• Escape from New York (1981): Features a cynical, lone-wolf protagonist forced to take on dangerous missions.

🛒 Cobra Related Products

• Cobra (Blu-ray): Experience Cobra in high definition with this Blu-ray edition, featuring enhanced picture and sound quality. Relive the 80s action classic with your home theater system. A perfect gift for action movie collectors.
• NECA Sylvester Stallone Cobra 7-Inch Scale Action Figure: A highly detailed Cobra action figure by NECA. A tribute to the 1986 classic movie Cobra. Includes multiple accessories, such as his signature pistol and sunglasses and multiple hands for display. A perfect gift for collectors. Recreate the iconic poses from the film.
• Cobra Movie Poster: A high-quality reprint of the original Cobra movie poster. Features Sylvester Stallone in his iconic Cobra pose. A great addition to any movie poster collection. Perfect for framing and displaying in your home theater or office. Captures the essence of 80s action cinema.
• Cobra: The Board Game: A thrilling board game where you have to hunt down Cobra. Chase Cobra in the streets of the city, but Cobra has a couple of tricks under his sleeve.

🎧 Soundtrack

Cobra features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Feel the Heat” – performed by Jean Beauvoir
• “Angel of the City” – performed by Robert Tepper
• “Voice of America” – performed by John Cafferty

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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Stallone Movie Cobra Is A MASSIVELY Underrated Film – Movie Recap

Think Cobra is just another cheesy 80s action flick? Think again! This video makes a compelling case for why it’s actually a massively underrated masterpiece. Honestly, I kinda agree – it’s got a certain over-the-top charm you just can’t deny.

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