Tango & Cash

“Konchalovsky handles the slam-bang action with robust efficiency, but what makes this shoot-'em-up nonsense surprisingly watchable is Randy Feldman's rapid-fire dialogue, which constantly undercuts the macho posturings while parodying Stallone's screen image...even though the spectacularly empty finale eschews character-based comedy in favour of Bond-style megabuck explosions and gadgetry.”

Staff (Not Credited), Time Out · 70

“Stallone and Russell play well off each other, and with Palance lurking in the background, this buddy-breakout never loses its way.”

Kirsty Mcneill, Empire · 60

“The plot is a recycled mess, the dialog is awful, and the character motivation is nil, but thanks to Konchalovsky (and a strong performance by Russell), Tango and Cash is not only bearable, it's likable. Responsible for some of the finest films of the 80s, the Soviet-born director brings an insane, kinetic energy to the film that makes for effective action sequences and potent satire. A very smart "dumb" movie.”

Staff (Not Credited), TV Guide Magazine · 60

“Stallone and Russell don't bore. As verbal sparring partners, they provide plenty worth watching.”

Janis Froelich, Tampa Bay Times · 60

“Tango and Cash is loaded with sweating, straining, smashing and grunting, with bulging-bicep shots and sadistic special effects. Watery electrocution sequences are a particular favorite, since these mean wet clothes, shooting sparks, writhing bodies and other current staples of high style. Images like these are so all-important in Tango and Cash that the idea of storytelling has virtually been annihilated.”

Janet Maslin, The New York Times · 50