Fresh
This appealing formulaic action adventure (1998) displays a lot of conviction in its not-too-flashy action scenes and a little levity in the gradual socialization of Russell's character.
Lisa Alspector, Chicago Reader
Soldier
The best soldier they ever created just became their worst nightmare.
1998 · 1h 39m · R
Action, Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Directed by
Paul W. S. Anderson
Overview
Sergeant Todd is a veteran soldier for an elite group of the armed forces. After being defeated by a new breed of genetically engineered soldiers, he is dumped on a waste planet and left for dead. He soon interacts with a group of crash survivors who lead out a peaceful existence. The peace is broken as the new soldiers land on the planet to eliminate the colony, which Sergeant Todd must defend.
Director and cast
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17%
Tomatometer
Rotten
The action is handled fairly well, but it's routine, and there's no satisfaction in seeing Todd waste men who are no more bloodthirsty than he is.
Bruce Westbrook, Houston Chronicle
Rotten
I doubt that Kurt Russell has ever had less dialogue to work with than he has in this film.
John Haslett Cuff, Globe and Mail
Fresh
A potent comic-book-style action-adventure.
Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
Rotten
Action is everything in this sinewy, visually impressive sci-fi military adventure!
Peter Stack, San Francisco Chronicle
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