"The 1980s were a transformative decade for action cinema. While Die Hard is commonly referred to as the pinnacle of action films, the entire decade was filled with influential action movies that transformed the medium and captivated audiences. These films weren't just great for their time; they still hold up today.
Defining what exactly an action film is can be difficult, as many of these films intersect with other genres, including comedy, science fiction, fantasy, and horror, but at their core they are still telling an exhilarating adventure story that includes traditional hero and villain archetypes."
