Top 10 action movies of the 1990s

If the 1980s was considered a decade that influenced the formation of the action movie genre, the 1990s — is the decade that pushed the boundaries of the genre. Some of the best action movies were made during this time, which showed the influence of Hong Kong cinema on American cinema.

At the time, some of the best action movies were made, which showed the influence of Hong Kong cinema on American cinema.

Movies from this period are characterized by tighter plots and iconic characters, and directors confirmed their ability to bring the most absurd ideas to the screen. Thus, the 1990s was truly a golden decade for action movies.

The Fugitive (1993)

It’s easy to imagine a version of The Fugitive that seems pretty ordinary and predictable. Fortunately, the actual movie we have is much more interesting. The movie, based on the story of a famous doctor who is wrongfully accused of murdering his wife, perfectly showcases Harrison Ford as the protagonist and Tommy Lee Jones as the U.S. Marshal tasked with catching him. The cat-and-mouse game at the center of the film’s plot is superb, and Jones is so good in his role that he deserves an Oscar.”

The film’s storytelling is superb, and Jones is so good in his role that he deserves an Oscar.

Mission: Impossible (1996)

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Every movie in the Mission: Impossible series is worth watching. However, it is the first installment that sets the tone for the entire series. The movie tells the story of Ethan Hunt, who is forced to retire after a failed mission and the death of his entire team. Despite using outdated technology, the movie is successful because it features stunning set pieces. Hunt’s attempt to infiltrate a computer with various defense systems — one of the best in the series and doesn’t look dated.

Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)

James Cameron has been good at making sequels, and “Terminator 2” may be the best evidence of that. In the movie, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s character, the T-800, tries to protect John Connor from the threat posed by the T-1000, a more advanced model sent back in time to kill him. Compared to the first installment, this movie is more favorable to family values, and its effects still look decent. Also, Sarah Connor is back to being a real action heroine in this movie and becomes an iconic character.

Sarah Connor is a real action heroine in this movie.

The Clash (1995)

This is the most realistic and artistic movie on the list. The Clash — is the story of a police-criminal standoff taken to the extreme. In the movie, Robert De Niro played the criminal and Al Pacino played the cop. They played cat and mouse all over the Los Angeles area. There are some exciting shootouts in the movie. But what allows the movie to endure is how sincerely the two main characters are appreciated. Their famous scene of meeting and discussing how alike they are is one of the best scenes in movie history.

And it’s one of the best scenes in movie history.

Scala (1996)

Nicholas Cage — is another actor who has played in a dozen great action movies in his career, and “The Rock” is one of his major accomplishments. In this movie, he plays a chemical weapons expert who teams up with a former British intelligence officer to prevent an attack using these weapons on Alcatraz, an island in San Francisco Bay. Despite the absurdity of the plot, the on-screen chemistry between Cage and Sean Connery really works, and the viewer follows the development of their characters with interest from the beginning to the end of the movie.

The film’s plot is a great one.

Without a Face (1997)

Nicholas Cage and John Travolta complement each other perfectly in this movie where their characters switch faces. The plot of the movie starts with an unusual situation and becomes even more unbelievable as the story progresses. Director John Woo has added some exciting action scenes to the movie which make it even more exciting.

The movie has a lot of exciting action sequences.

The Matrix (1999)

The movie “The Matrix” not only ended a decade of action movies, but also completely changed perceptions of the genre. In it, a young programmer discovers that the world is not what he thought it was. Despite the fact that the idea of the “bullet effect” is no longer new, its use in the movie was very successful and helped to create a real revolution in the film industry. In addition, “The Matrix” has had a great influence on modern Hong Kong action movies.

The Matrix was a great success and helped create a real revolution in the movie industry.

On the Crest of the Wave (1991)

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The movie “On the Crest of the Wave” became a symbol of the 1990s thanks to action star Keanu Reeves, who played Johnny Utah. Reeves, as an FBI agent, infiltrates a gang of surfer bank robbers. Despite his mission, he begins to sympathize with their lifestyle and hesitates to bring them to justice. The director of the movie, Kathryn Bigelow, managed to convey the spirit of that era, creating a picture full of adrenaline and adventure.

Recall All (1990)

Over the course of his career, Paul Verhoeven has worked in many different areas of cinema, but his work in the action movie genre is particularly remarkable. One such movie is — “Remember Everything.” The plot of the picture centers on the story of an ordinary construction worker who turns out to be a secret agent. The main merit of the movie — its continuing singularity. “Remember Everything” makes you wonder about the reality of what is happening on the screen, but one thing is certain — the movie itself is a true masterpiece.

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Speed (1994)

“Speed” — is an exciting action movie that holds up well thanks to the charisma of Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. Their sparkling interplay with each other is perfectly complemented by excellent supporting work from Alan Ruck and Jeff Daniels. The movie is a truly compelling spectacle that certainly deserves a place on this list of the best Keanu Reeves movies.

The movie is a truly compelling spectacle that certainly deserves a place on this list of the best Keanu Reeves movies.