Above the Law
Nico: Above the Law
Directed by:
Andrew DavisCinematography:
Robert SteadmanComposer:
David Michael FrankCast:
Steven Seagal, Pam Grier, Henry Silva, Ron Dean, Daniel Faraldo, Sharon Stone, Danny Goldring, Michael Rooker, Joe Greco, Zaid Farid, Chelcie Ross, Ralph Foody (more)Plots(1)
Chicago cop Nico Toscani (Steven Seagal) is on to something big. Suspects collared in a drug raid are allowed to walk. And Nico himself is asked to turn in his badge. He may be off the force - but not out of the action. Steven Seagal makes his sensational screen debut as Nico, smashing his way into the top ranks of action stars as he tracks ex-CIA operatives trafficking drugs... and plotting a political assassination. Director Andrew Davis unleashes the fury all over the Windy City as Nico and partner Jax (Pam Grier) close in on a psychotic crimelord (Henry Silva). (Warner Bros. Home Entertainment)
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An enjoyable action film that essentially concludes the golden era of the 1980s, where could see silver revolvers, polished Cadillacs, and plenty of crazy vintage hairstyles. Nico, however, is somewhat different. It is noticeable that it was partially filmed in Hong Kong, it is not entirely the clean and shiny “America”, and that is only a good thing. Similarly, the unconventional Steven Seagal was something completely new at the time. His principles and pride were likeable (although not for the twentieth time), and his martial arts were absolutely captivating and above all, real. The exploration of the Vietnam War and the issues in militant circles are presented simply and clearly. Though, unfortunately, Nico is too unequivocal, flat, and black-and-white, it certainly has its charm, the question is whether we have the desire to find it.
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