What’s Aged the Worst?
Outdated graphics, Dawson stunt-casting context, weak future guns, Dynamo’s assault, Arnold’s reduced physique, poor dialogue, and Yaphet Kotto’s written death
In the discussion (7)
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- The opening graphics look unmistakably cheap and mid-1980s. — Bill Simmons
- Richard Dawson’s casting is harder to appreciate without knowing his former game-show stature. — Bill Simmons
- The futuristic machine guns sound less intimidating than ordinary contemporary weapons. — Bill Simmons
- Dynamo’s abrupt sexual assault on Amber makes the movie turn needlessly dark. — Bill Simmons
- Arnold’s reduced biceps and lack of a shirtless scene reflect a back injury rather than character preparation. — Kyle Brandt
- The dialogue repeatedly undercuts the movie’s visuals and cast. — Kyle Brandt
- Yafakoto gives a committed death performance but receives a weak final line. — Kyle Brandt