Hollywood Pictures released Judge Dredd, directed by Danny Cannon, on this date in 1995. Based on the eponymous British comic book character appearing in 2000 AD, the film stars Sylvester Stallone as an elite law enforcement officer who patrols the future metropolis of Mega-City One with the authority of judge, jury, and executioner. The cast also features Armand Assante, Diane Lane, Rob Schneider, Max von Sydow, Joan Chen, Balthazar Getty, Ian Dury, and James Earl Jones.
Despite the popularity of the character, the movie was not well received with many criticizing Dredd for showing his face—something the comic has avoided since its debut in 1977—and Cannon’s meandering approach between crafting a straightforward action vehicle and a tongue-in-cheek send-up.
Previous reference to the new Dredd release, slated for September, here.
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