Thou Shalt Not Kill... Except

Set in Vietnam during 1969, the film follows Marine Sergeant Jack Stryker after he is injured and sent home. Upon his return, he finds his ex-girlfriend has been abducted by a religious cult led by a Manson-like figure. Determined to rescue her, Stryker assembles a team of fellow marines to take on the cult in a violent showdown.

The film's mix of genres provides a unique viewing experience, capturing the intensity of war and the horror of cult behavior. Its blend of action and thriller elements, along with the dark themes of vengeance and survival, make it a notable entry in the 1980s exploitation cinema. Renaissance Pictures, known for its cult classics, produced this film, adding to its appeal among genre enthusiasts.