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Greek sexploitation meets criminal intrigue on the sun-soaked seas.

OPERATION ORIENT

1978 · 1h 28m · NR · Action / Crime / Drama / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

A criminal gang operating in Greece hides a large shipment of heroine inside a statue. During transportation the statue is stolen, and a member of the gang is sent to discover the culprits.

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What is Operation Orient about?

Operation Orient is a 1978 Greek action, crime, drama, and thriller film directed by Ilias Mylonakos about a criminal gang that hides heroin inside a statue, only for the statue to be stolen and a gang member dispatched to recover it.

Synopsis

A group of villains steals a shipment of gold but after a while they are forced to dispose it in a sea in order to get away with their crime. Fantastic sexploitation crime drama includes a good story about stolen heroin with many back stabbings and double crosses to go along with all the sex and beautiful naked women. Anna Maria Clementi is the highlight of the film. She looks gorgeous and gets nude many times.
Details & Specs
Director
Ilias Mylonakos
Writer
Ilias Mylonakos
Release
1978
Runtime
1h 28m
Country
Greece
Language
Greek
Also Known As
Operation Orient, Operazione sesso, Original title: Ishyri dosi... sex

Why Cult

Mediterranean Sexploitation

Greek locales and sun-drenched seas serve as the backdrop for this erotic-infused crime saga, blending local flavor with international vice.

Heroin Statue Heist

The criminal enterprise hides its shipment of heroin inside a statue, setting off a plot of theft, betrayal, and pursuit.

Anna Maria Clementi Showcase

Anna Maria Clementi steals the show, with the film highlighting her frequent nude scenes and undeniable screen presence.

Double Cross Mayhem

Expect backstabbing and shifting allegiances as the gang turns on itself amidst the chaos of stolen goods and criminal paranoia.

Questions from the Vault

What is Operation Orient about? +

Operation Orient follows a Greek criminal gang that hides heroin inside a statue, only for the statue to be stolen, leading to a search and a series of double crosses.

When was Operation Orient released? +

Operation Orient was released in 1978.

Who directed Operation Orient? +

Operation Orient was directed by Ilias Mylonakos.

How long is Operation Orient? +

Operation Orient has a runtime of 88 minutes.

What genre is Operation Orient? +

Operation Orient is an action, crime, drama, and thriller film.

Where can I watch Operation Orient? +

Operation Orient is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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