Above the Law
He's a cop who believes no one is above the law.
Directed by Andrew Davis
Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures
A hard-edged 1980s action thriller about a principled cop taking on systemic corruption through martial arts and vigilante justice.
Nico Toscani is an Italian immigrant, American patriot, ex-CIA agent, aikido specialist and unorthodox Chicago policeman. He is as committed to his job as he is to his personalized brand of justice—expert and thorough bone-crushing.
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Is Above the Law violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Is Above the Law one of a kind? No. Less singular than 90% of films.
Is Above the Law scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is Above the Law sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Above the Law easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Does Above the Law end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Above the Law
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Above the Law
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Above the Law, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Above the Law, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Above the Law, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
