Overview
While investigating the death of a friend and fellow cop, Los Angeles police officer Barney Caine stumbles across evidence that Nazis created a synthetic alternative to gasoline during World War II. This revelation has the potential to end the established global oil industry, making the formula a very valuable and dangerous piece of information. Eventually, Caine must contend with oil tycoon Adam Steiffel, who clearly has his own agenda regarding the formula.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Formula?
The Formula was directed by John G. Avildsen.
What was the budget and revenue for The Formula?
The official budget was $13,200,000 and the movie went on to gross $8,894,289 worldwide.
Where was The Formula produced?
It was produced by companies including CIP Filmproduktion GmbH, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in Germany, United States of America.
The Formula Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Formula wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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