Stadium-step running is considered for Apex but rejected in favor of the log-carrying athlete in Vision Quest. — Kyle Brandt
Booth is rejected for Apex; Tombstone, Deadwood and earlier work are uncertain alternatives, while his memorable name is praised. — Bill Simmons
Bloodsport is proposed as Van Damme’s Apex for launching the run; Universal Soldier is raised as another major success. — Kyle Brandt
Van Damme’s peak remains in the earlier run rather than this film; playing twins is another proposed marker, with the film title confused in the discussion. — Bill Simmons
The Penguins are rejected as an Apex choice. — Bill Simmons
Hockey movies are rejected here in favor of Miracle. — Bill Simmons
Arenas-in-danger movies and Die Hard imitations receive negative Apex judgments. — Bill Simmons
Van Damme’s acting is jokingly called his peak and literal Apex Mountain during the cocaine discussion; this is an acting-specific remark. — Bill Simmons
