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Above the Law

Above the Law

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Nico Toscani is an Italian immigrant, American patriot, ex-CIA agent, aikido specialist and unorthodox Chicago policeman. He is as committed to his job as he is to his personalized brand of justice—expert and thorough bone-crushing.Nico Toscani is an Italian immigrant, American patriot, ex-CIA agent, aikido specialist and unorthodox Chicago policeman. He is as committed to his job as he is to his personalized brand of justice—expert and thorough bone-crushing.

April 8, 1988 · Directed by Andrew Davis

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A simple estimate based mostly on pace, with small nudges for flow, payoff speed, and how much keeps happening. Rounded to the nearest 5 minutes.

Runtime1h 39m
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Feels like1h 25m
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How it's told

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  • Complexity. Straightforward or demanding. Whether you can sink in, or have to keep up.

What it feels like

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  • Emotionality. Restrained or openly emotional. How much it reaches for your feelings.
  • Outlook. Bleak or hopeful. What it believes about people when it counts.
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What it's grounded in

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  • Substance. Pure entertainment or ideas. Whether you want a ride or something to chew on.
How it's told
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Cast & crew

Steven Seagal
Nico Toscani
Pam Grier
Delores 'Jacks' Jackson
Henry Silva
Kurt Zagon
Sharon Stone
Sara Toscani
Ron Dean
Detective Lukich
Daniel Faraldo
Tony Salvano
Joe Greco
Father Joseph Gennaro
Vince Viverito
Giuseppe
Chelcie Ross
Nelson Fox
Jack Wallace
Uncle Branca
Michael Rooker
Man in Bar
Matt McColm
Man with Gun in Bar (uncredited)

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