In 1981, John Carpenter's 'Escape from New York' revolutionized '80s cinema with its portrayal of a dystopian New York, transforming action movie archetypes.
The film’s depiction of Snake Plissken as a hardened, antihero influenced action legends like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jean Claude Van Damme, setting a new standard.
With its post-apocalyptic setting and a hero devoid of allies, 'Escape from New York' forged a narrative style that impacted future films such as 'Terminator'.
Kurt Russell's role as Snake Plissken solidified his status as an action star and showcased a tough, eye-patched antihero that defined the decade.
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