Tank (1984) -
Garner is the anchor, portraying a "gentleman soldier" who is forced to take on local law enforcement. His effortless, charming performance makes you root for him instantly.
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Tank (1984) When his son is arrested on a trumped up charge, a career army soldier uses his Sherman tank to break the kid out. It' Banned Library Tank (1984) – Marvin J. Chomsky - The Mind Reels Tank (1984)
Tank isn’t meant to be taken too seriously. It’s an enjoyable "tank fantasy" that offers a nostalgic, early-80s feel, featuring great, gritty performances. If you want to see Jim Rockford (Garner's iconic Rockford Files role) taking on a corrupt Southern town in a Sherman tank, this is a five-star, no-notes fun time.
Alongside Garner are Shirley Jones (as his wife) and C. Thomas Howell, both providing solid performances. Garner is the anchor, portraying a "gentleman soldier"
Yes, a tank destroys things. The 1984 film offers some great, old-school physical action scenes. The Verdict: A Fun Cult Classic
If you haven't seen Tank (1984), you are missing out on a delightful mix of a family drama, comedy, and redneck-sheriff-thrashing mayhem. The Plot: Don't Mess with a "Scrounger" 80s Movies I Watched More Than Once -
While it is not a high-budget action masterpiece, it feels like a high-quality TV movie with a big heart.