Commando (1985) — Screenplay
A retired special forces commander must battle a private army to rescue his kidnapped daughter before time runs out.
- Written by
- Jeph Loeb, Matthew Weisman, Steven E. de Souza
- Genre
- Action, Adventure, Thriller
- Studio
- Silver Pictures, Twentieth Century Studios
- Length
- 106 pages
This screenplay is a masterclass in high-octane pacing and efficient character setup, wasting no time in establishing John's lethal skills and his tender bond with his daughter before wrenching him into action. The terse, memorable dialogue and relentless forward momentum drive a satisfying character arc from family man to unstoppable force, making it a prime study in action genre conventions.
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