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No one can dispute the fact that the 1980s was the undisputed golden decade of action cinema.
It was an era defined by practical stunts, unstoppable muscle-bound heroes, iconic catchphrases, and synth-heavy soundtracks that made every gunfight feel like an epic event.
CGI wasn’t huge, so instead they built massive sets, blew up real buildings, and leaned on pure star power to draw crowds.
Here are a few of the most beloved, iconic action flicks that continue to define the genre.