#271 - Above the Law (1988): Scene by Scene Riff
Summary
The hosts of Bad Movies Rule review Steven Seagal’s debut film, Above the Law, joined by guests Mel, Dave, and Bob. They critique Seagal’s stiff acting and fabricated backstory while praising director Andrew Davis and supporting cast members like Pam Grier and Sharon Stone. The episode highlights the movie’s absurd plot points, including a bizarre knife fight and Seagal’s unrealistic martial arts prowess. Despite the film’s flaws, the group acknowledges it as a passable entry before Seagal’s career declined into campy excess.
Topics discussed
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Bad Movies Rule Intro and Steven Seagal Discussion
Comparing Under Siege and Above the Law
Critiquing Action Scenes and Sharon Stone's Role
Podcast Schedule and Content Volume
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Plot Holes and Martial Arts Realism
Character Introductions: Zagon, Jax, and the Bartender
Bar Fight Scene and Michael Rooker Cameo
Meatpacking Plant Shootout and Car Chase
Church Bombing Scene and Priest Interaction
Investigation, Refugees, and Shop Destruction
Explosives Library and Train Chase
Final Confrontation and Seagal's Invincibility
Reviewing Seagal's Performance and Casting Ideas
Will Patton Award for Intensity Voting
Hot Babe Award and Supporting Actor Votes
Final Verdicts and Outro
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