7/10 Jean-Claude Van Damme showed audiences his softer, more compassionate side in Lionheart, which has made it a favourite among many female fans. After a setup that prepares us for a standard revenge plot, the film—directed by Sheldon Lettich from a script co-written with Van Damme and S.N. Warren—instead focuses on the hero’s efforts to provide for his late brother’s family. While retaining the enjoyably cheesy qualities of many Van Damme films, the result is surprisingly heartwarming.
Lionheart (1990)
Lionheart (1990)
Lionheart (1990)
7/10 Jean-Claude Van Damme showed audiences his softer, more compassionate side in Lionheart, which has made it a favourite among many female fans. After a setup that prepares us for a standard revenge plot, the film—directed by Sheldon Lettich from a script co-written with Van Damme and S.N. Warren—instead focuses on the hero’s efforts to provide for his late brother’s family. While retaining the enjoyably cheesy qualities of many Van Damme films, the result is surprisingly heartwarming.