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A sharp-tongued American agent faces off against an international blackmailer in this B-spy adventure.

S+H+E: SECURITY HAZARDS EXPERT

1980 · 1h 40m · NR · Action / Adventure · IMDB TMDB

Security Hazards Expert Lavinia Kean, a brilliant American espionage agent, combats the wiles of international criminal and blackmailer Cesare Magnasco.

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What is S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert about?

S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert is a 1980 American action-adventure film directed by Robert Michael Lewis about Lavinia Kean, a brilliant espionage agent who battles the criminal mastermind Cesare Magnasco.

Programmer's Pick

If you like your espionage with a side of steam baths and helicopter chases, this one’s for you. Lavinia Kean delivers B-movie bravado and international intrigue with a wink—and some rear nudity for good measure.

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Overview

Lavinia Kean is no ordinary security expert—she’s an American espionage agent with a knack for tackling the world’s slipperiest criminals. In this action-packed adventure, Lavinia finds herself matched against Cesare Magnasco, an international blackmailer whose schemes stretch across borders. As she navigates a landscape full of espionage, criminal intrigue, and glamorous danger, Lavinia must use her wits and skills to outmaneuver Magnasco’s machinations. Expect stylish spy antics, globe-trotting encounters, and a heroine who’s as resourceful as she is daring. This is a B-movie spy caper with an action heroine at its center, promising a blend of adventure and intrigue.

Details & Specs

Director
Robert Michael Lewis
Writer
Richard Maibaum
Release
1980
Runtime
1h 40m
Language
English
Genres
Action, Adventure
Also Known As
S.H.E., S.H.E: Security Hazards Expert, Objetivo exterminio

Why This Matters

This 1980 spy film features a screenplay by Richard Maibaum, known for his work in the genre, and is produced by Martin Bregman, bringing together notable industry figures Cornelia Sharpe and Omar Sharif in leading roles.
— SassyFlix Curator

Cast & Crew

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Director: Robert Michael Lewis Writer: Richard Maibaum
Cornelia Sharpe Cornelia Sharpe Lavinia Kean Omar Sharif Omar Sharif Baron Cesare Magnasco Robert Lansing Robert Lansing Owen Hooper Anita Ekberg Anita Ekberg Dr. Else Biebling Fabio Testi Fabio Testi Rudolf Caserta William Traylor William Traylor Lacey IR Isabella Rye Fanya Thom Christopher Thom Christopher Eddie Bronzi Mario Colli Mario Colli Alfredo Mucci Claudio Ruffini Claudio Ruffini Larue Geoffrey Copleston Geoffrey Copleston UN Speaker Fortunato Arena Fortunato Arena Paesano Gino Marturano Gino Marturano Maj. Danilo Emilio Messina Emilio Messina Zel

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Why Cult

Action Heroine Lead

Lavinia Kean is a female security expert and espionage agent, giving the spy genre a dash of B-movie feminism.

International Crime Ring

The plot’s central conflict revolves around a globe-spanning criminal and blackmailer, upping the stakes for spy fans.

B-Movie Spy Style

The film leans into classic spy tropes with B-movie flair—expect espionage, gadgets, and a few cheeky detours.

Notable Cast

Featuring Cornelia Sharpe, Omar Sharif, and Anita Ekberg, the cast brings a mix of charm and gravitas to the adventure.

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Threat File

Trigger

Lavinia Kean investigates Cesare Magnasco

Threat

international blackmailer and criminal

Effect

criminal schemes and blackmail plots

Setting

world of international espionage

Questions from the Vault

When was S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert released? +

S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert was released in 1980.

Who directed S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert? +

S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert was directed by Robert Michael Lewis.

How long is S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert? +

The film has a runtime of 100 minutes.

What genre is S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert? +

S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert is an action-adventure film.

Where can I watch S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert? +

You can watch S+H+E: Security Hazards Expert on SassyFlix.

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