'Lethal Weapon' is an action movie released in 1987. Directed by Richard Donner, it is about the adventures of two mismatched LAPD detectives - Roger Murtaugh (played by Danny Glover) and Martin Riggs (played by Mel Gibson).
Prior to becoming partners, both detectives are experiencing depression for different reasons - Murtaugh for getting old and Riggs for the recent loss of his wife. Riggs has also developed suicidal tendencies because of this.
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Figure 1. Suicidal cop Martin Riggs employs an unusual tactic to rescue a man who wants to jump off a building. This scene was spoofed by ToyHollywood.com in this video. |
Understandably at odds at first, Riggs eventually earns Murtaugh's respect when he saved the latter's life during one assignment. But the road ahead of them simply gets tougher as they soon find themselves combating special troops of the Vietnam War (the Shadow Company) who are engaged in heroin smuggling. The illegal operation is headed by a retired general, Peter McAllister (played by Mitchell Ryan) and his enforcer Mr. Joshua (Gary Busey).
As Riggs and Murtaugh's investigation goes deeper, the Shadow Company tries to kill Riggs and kidnap Murtaugh's daughter Rianne. Unknown to the Shadow Company, Riggs has survived the attempt on his life, and is now helping Murtaugh rescue his daughter. The three are captured, and Murtaugh and Riggs are subjected to severe torture.
Needless to say, Riggs eventually frees himself heroically and helps Murtaugh and his daughter escape. They soon find themselves battling their opponents again. Team Riggs-Murtaugh wins of course, further cementing their friendship.
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