Saturday, September 1, 2018

Hard to Kill

Hard to Kill

Hard to Kill was Steven Segal's second film in a leading role, following Above the Law by just two years. But already evident is the gradual downward trajectory of Segal films. Like Above the Law, Segal plays a kickboxing cop. This time he's an L.A. detective whose home is targeted by the mob, leaving him in a coma, and his family dead.With the help of a nurse (Kelly LeBrock), he hides out and recovers until he can get revenge.

Unlike Above the Law, however, the whole scenario is a little less believable, and the acting - including Segal's - is generally weaker. Still, it's enjoyable in it's own lowbrow way. Segal would rarely be this good again.

The Good:

  • Segal's martial arts are really the only reason to watch

The Bad:

  • Extremely predictable

The Verdict:
**1/2 out of *****

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