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If you’re in search of an ’80s action movie filled with superfluous explosions and corny one liners, then look no further than Commando.
Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as John Matrix, a former army man who retired to raise his daughter. But their peaceful life is disturbed when the villian, who is looking to pull a coup in a South American country, kidnaps Matrix’s daughter in an attempt to get Matrix to assassinate that country’s president. Matrix has other plans.
One of the reasons this is an ’80s classic is the third act. When Arnold finally gets to confront the villain, he literally kills an entire army by himself. The last half hour is Arnold running around a mansion using every weapon you can think of to murder soldiers.
Try playing a drinking game with this movie. Every time Arnold kills someone or has a ridiculous feat of strength, take a drink, and keep a puke bucket close by.
The film may be corny and silly, but it actually is a good and rewatchable movie. Commando may not have won any Oscars, but it is guaranteed to entertain you.
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Last post: Aug. 21, 2009 at 11:36 am
Kevin (Kevin Hsia) said on Aug. 21, 2009 at 11:36 am:
HAHA epicly classic. good pick. I used to watch this with my dad...ah the days of iconic 80s action heroes. Chuck Norris as Braddock in his vietnam escapades are also smashingly good