Review of Silent Rage (1982) by Jesse R — 08 Sep 2013

Chuck Norris movies aren't really my cup of tea, but what films of his that I've seen I've enjoyed, and this is one of them. Silent Rage is basically what would happen if you pitted Michael Myers up against Chuck Norris.

Now that sounds like a great premise, but it doesn't actually take place until the final act. The rest of the film involves mad doctors, bikers, brawlers, terrible policemen and a sort of love story between Chuck Norris and his lady friend.

This movie is also notable for having Ron Silver, Stephen Furst, Brian Libby and a favorite of mine, William Finley. The movie itself isn't all that great, but there are sporadic moments of enjoyment to be had.

It's mostly forgotten nowadays, but thanks to Hot Fuzz and Rifftrax, the movie has resurfaced a little for fans of action and horror movies. Definitely worth at least a watch.