Foreign action films are popular with viewers for various reasons. Entertainment, dynamism, emotionality are the most attractive qualities inherent in paintings of this genre. With their help, a person can forget about boring workdays, stock up on an adrenaline rush. The best film projects deserve the interest of every fan of this trend. Where to start viewing?
Militants of the 90s are foreign: films with Schwarzenegger
“Terminator”, “Terminator 2” - paintings that everyone should familiarize themselves with, as they are recognized as classics. These foreign action films also combine elements of a thriller, a fantasy. The plot focuses on the struggle of people with a killer cyborg sent to destroy them. Kyle Reese - a soldier "from the future", sent by John Connor to the past to protect his mother. Sarah Connor wants to eliminate the machines that captured the world, so as not to allow her to give birth to a person who can resist them.
Fans who like foreign action movies are convinced that the second part was even better. This time, the character of Arnold Schwarzenegger changes direction. Reprogrammed by John Connor in the future, he is forced to help him and his mother in the past. In the role of the enemy is a new terminator - more advanced, able to change the appearance, turning into any person whom he sees in front of him. His mission in the past is the elimination of teenage John.
Films where the fight against terrorists
Films, the main idea of which is to counter terror, have been in demand for a very long time. Many foreign fighters of the 90s talk about heroes opposing dangerous groups. The classic version of such a film can be called the Die Hard series, which consists of several parts. In each of them, the savior of mankind is played by Bruce Willis.
Like many foreign action films, the first part begins with a completely peaceful scene. John McClain gets to Los Angeles, planning to relax with his wife, celebrating Christmas. His plans are violated by terrorists who capture twenty people. Of course, among the hostages is the wife of McClain.
Another classic epic dedicated to the fight against terror - all parts of "Under Siege" with Stephen Seagal. The first story begins when terrorists infiltrate a ship with nuclear weapons. Having removed the majority of crew members, the criminals intend to blackmail the government. However, they were not lucky, as the former marine is on the ship, which is very difficult to deal with.
Comic Book Movies
These film projects will interest viewers who prefer a mixture of two genres to action against terrorists - action, fiction. Foreign paintings, the plots of which are taken from popular comics, conquer the army of fans. An example of such a film is Iron Man, where Robert Downey Jr. starred.
In the center of the famous trilogy - Tony Stark - a brilliant billionaire scientist. the hero is captured by terrorists, forcing him to develop weapons of mass destruction. Stark creates an innovative cyber armor with which he evades criminals. Returning to his homeland, the inventor is faced with a conspiracy, the participants of which are representatives of the board of directors. What will Stark do, given his new capabilities?
2012 Avengers is a vibrant representative of the genre, bringing together the most prominent superheroes that the audience likes. Hulk, Thor, Iron Man - familiar characters made the decision to join forces. The purpose of the alliance is the battle against evil that threatens the world.
"The Dark Knight" is a film adaptation of the popular comic with Batman, the main savior of Gotham. The trilogy will appeal to those who like gloomy foreign action films. The last part was released in 2012.
Militants where people fight aliens
The theme of aliens firmly entered the world of cinema in the last century. She touched on a wide variety of genres, and foreign fighters were no exception. The list of the best paintings, one way or another connected with the confrontation of aliens and people, is quite long.
You should definitely watch the films “Independence Day”, “People in Black”. In both films, Will Smith starred. The first film story begins with an alarm sent by an extraterrestrial source. Everyone understands that he is approaching the earth, and this plunges into panic the whole planet. The second project is a story about agents that prevent intergalactic debris from penetrating the earth.
"Predator" is an action movie in which Schwarzenegger is forced to fight a dangerous alien. An alien monster tracks down bipedal game, having fun with her attempts to resist. You can also see the continuation of the exciting picture.
Adventure action
The Hunger Games is a sensational adaptation of the popular novel, released in 2012. This project is endowed with all the advantages that the best foreign fighters possess. The adventures of the main characters, trying to survive at all costs, throughout the film keep the audience in suspense. Spectacular battle scenes are complemented by a love line.
“The Mechanic” is a 2010 film starring Jason Statham. The actor is considered the personification of the modern hero of the militants - smart, calm, with an unforgettable appearance. The painting became a remake of the old project, thanks to the fresh ideas of the creators surpassed the original. The plot focuses on a professional killer working for years in accordance with a personal code. Bishop is used to eliminating his victims alone, but fate forces him to take a “student” who is not characterized by the calmness of a teacher.
Spectators who like the actor can get acquainted with older fighters, where he starred: "Death Race", "Carrier".
Comedy Action
The "Green Hornet", presented to the public in 2011, can be called a bright representative of this area. The main character is the heir to the media tycoon, who is mainly interested in casual relationships, alcohol parties. His attitude towards life changes when his father dies. Teaming up with a friend, the hero decides to replenish the list of outstanding superheroes, devoting himself to eliminating criminals.
“Bad Guys” is a comedy action movie that was released at the end of the last century, which does not affect its interest. Viewers will learn what comes from the union of two people who are completely different from each other. Especially if they are policemen who are busy looking for a dangerous criminal.
Crime fighters
Given the commonality of genres, it is not surprising that they are often combined in one picture. The direction many fighters belong to is crime. Foreign films belonging to this niche are also worth watching, for example, the 2008 film “Kings of the Street”. This is the story of an American policeman suddenly losing his wife. An unfair murder charge forces the hero to enter into a bloody battle.
“Deja Vu” is an action movie released in 2006. The effect of deja vu is faced by many people who suddenly seem familiar places unknown people. Doug Carling, a special agent whose work forces him to move in time. The challenge facing him is to find the answer to the question why the New Orleans ferry exploded. The mission is complicated when the character falls in love with a beautiful stranger who is about to become a victim.
Those who are attracted to "multi-series" action movies, crime, foreign films, combining in the series "Fast and the Furious", will definitely like it. The last part of the racing epic was presented to the public in 2015.
What else to see
People who are interested in foreign fighter series combining several parts must see “Terminator: Genesis”. This is the last at the moment part of a grandiose epic.
It’s hard to list all the interesting fighters. The list above is made for those who want to start diving into this genre with something.