The lure of biker movies moves from Hollywood to Hong Kong for 1976’s “Killers on Wheels,” which examines the horror of a gang on the loose, making island life miserable for two couples simply trying to enjoy a holiday week with a little sun, sand, and sea. It’s a Shaw Brothers production from director Chih-Hung Kuei, who’s under orders to make something fun and vicious, which isn’t an easy combination of tones for any filmmaker. The endeavor is abrasive and weirdly overlong, hitting viewers with a constant barrage of destructive behavior and broad performances, but the production finds its footing on occasion, especially when it comes to escalating tensions between warring sides. “Killers on Wheels” is more exhausting than entertaining, but there’s a weird enough energy to the offering to help sustain the viewing experience, especially when it hits pacing and exploitation issues. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com
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