I first saw Universal Soldier when I was about 10 and I can remember how entertained I was. At the time, it was a relatively new concept (cyborg/ reanimated people) and that is what I think really drew people to this movie. I have just bought the DVD here in the UK hoping that I would still share my enthusiasm of seven years ago, but in all honesty I was not. There are some great action sequences - the dam and the final showdown to name a few - and all were beautifully choreographed. However, the fast paced plot of the first half hour really begins to die the moment most of the Uni Sols burn up, and afterwards you realise that it is basically another one of Van Dammes weak attempts at rivalling Arnie or Sly. As I said - the action is great, mainly due to having Vic Armstrong on board, but don't expect miracles. Afterall, a movie that takes music from Terminator 2 for its trailers cannot be that good, can it? 6 out of 10.
Review of Universal Soldier
