
- Genre
- Thriller
- Year
- 1992
- Runtime
- 1h43
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Universal Soldier
Born again and again, only to fight for the final time.
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Synopsis
In the sci-fi action film 'Universal Soldier' (1992), directed by Roland Emmerich, a secret military project reanimates dead soldiers into powerful cyborgs. Luc Deveraux (Jean-Claude Van Damme) and Andrew Scott (Dolph Lundgren) are resurrected as part of this program but regain their memories leading to a deadly confrontation. As the Universal Soldiers wreak havoc, a troubling discovery about the project's true purpose unfolds. Amidst the intense battles and high-octane action, Deveraux fights for his humanity and a chance at redemption. With themes of identity, technology, and morality, the film explores the consequences of playing god with human lives.
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Reviews
Critics had mixed feelings about 'Universal Soldier' (1992). While some praised the film for its action-packed sequences and Van Damme's charismatic performance, others found the plot lacking depth and originality. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a score of 34%, with the consensus stating, 'Despite an intriguing premise, Universal Soldier fails to capitalize on its potential, ultimately delivering a forgettable action flick.' Metacritic rated it 35/100, indicating generally unfavorable reviews. On the other hand, IMDb users awarded the movie 6.1/10, with many appreciating the thrilling stunts and memorable showdown between Van Damme and Lundgren. Overall, 'Universal Soldier' remains a cult classic for fans of '90s action films.