AaronCapenBanner Andrew Davis directs this Chicago-based action film that stars Chuck Norris as police officer Eddie Cusack, who is a tough cop determined to take down two rival and warring drug gangs that are plaguing the city. Trouble is, Eddie has made himself an outcast in the department by testifying against an aging officer who shot and killed an unarmed teenager, and Eddie doesn't think he should get away with it. Despite this, Eddie goes forth with his duties, which also has him using the department's newest weapon: a robotic crime-fighting vehicle called "The Prowler". Reasonably good film has Chuck in fine form, with efficient direction, though the plot itself is routine. Funny scene involving two crooks trying to hold up a restaurant filled with cops!

Scott LeBrun It's all too easy to see why "Code of Silence" would be lauded as one of action star Chuck Norris's best ever vehicles. He's working with an accomplished director, Andrew Davis, as well as a fairly meaty story. The action scenes are top notch yet are in service of the story instead of the other way around. The supporting cast, including a number of familiar faces, is strong, and the location work is superb. In fact, "Code of Silence" can rightfully take its place as one of the great Windy City films.Chuck plays Eddie Cusack, a police detective of principles who refuses to support a fellow detective who'd accidentally killed an innocent kid and then covered up his tracks. (The 'code of silence' of the title, of course, referring to that code that cops don't say anything against their fellow officers.) As a result, Eddie is often alone in his fight as he's caught in the middle of a violent gang war, and struggles to keep the daughter of one criminal safe.Chuck and Davis take this formula and play it for all it's worth, and to the credit of both men, the director gets a pretty good performance out of his star, who once again shows confidence and poise in any and all ass kicking scenes. Slick cinematography, by Frank Tidy, adds to the enjoyment, as does a bouncy music score by David Michael Frank. Veteran screen villain Henry Silva, who returned to fill the same role for Davis's subsequent effort "Above the Law" with Steven Seagal, is solid as always, as is the under-rated Bert Remsen as Chuck's superior. Then newcomers Joseph Guzaldo and Molly Hagan do well as, respectively, the young detective torn between honesty and being loyal to his partner, and the imperiled gangster's daughter, a feisty young lady who's distanced herself from her lowlife father (Mike Genovese). Real life former cop Dennis Farina is a hoot as Chuck's partner, who's constantly pitching business ideas to him. Co-stars Ron Dean and Joe Kosala (another real life cop) also returned for "Above the Law", Ralph Foody (a man with a very recognizable mug and voice) is highly amusing as burnt out, crooked detective Cragie, and John Mahoney has an enjoyable one scene role as a man demonstrating a new tactical police device dubbed The Prowler (there's no doubt that this device will come into play later). And that's director Davis's father, actor Nathan Davis, playing aged mobster Felix Scalese."Code of Silence" is very good of its type, delivering all the expected violence and thrills and executed with skill. It's genuinely exciting at times - check out the car chase and the climactic showdown - and keeps your interest from its beginning to its end. Those shots of the Chicago cityscape are a pleasure to see, too.Highly recommended.Eight out of 10.

namashi_1 Chuck Norris is a vintage legend. Love him, hate him, it just doesn't matter. He's out there & he's done his stuff. I ain't a Chuck Norris fan, but I surely respect the guy for being so damn sincere in what he does. And 'Code of Silence', is surely amongst his best works.'Code of Silence' Synopsis: A Chicago cop is caught in a middle of a gang war while his own comrades shun him because he wants to take an irresponsible cop down.'Code of Silence' is an entertaining action-flick, that will truly work for those in love with vintage stuff. Michael Butler, Dennis Shryack & Mike Gray's Screenplay is Entertaining. The Action-Sequences are arresting & leave an impact. Andrew Davis's Direction is proper. Cinematography, Editing & Art Design, are fair. Performance-Wise: Chuck Norris is pretty cool in here. He's kicking-butt & he's loving it. A Special Mention for Henry Silva, who plays the twisted villain remarkably. Silva is an under-rated actor!On the whole, 'Code of Silence' will work for those who love vintage action-flicks. I enjoyed myself.

kargaan OK I know Chuck Norris isn't the best actor in the business but he's good enough to be convincing. This is the same director who brought us The Fugitive, which was a hit thriller, and Under Siege, a successful Seagal action/Thriller. Is Steven Seagal a better actor than Chuck Norris?!! I don't think so. Norris aside the movie has a gripping story, interesting characters, and a good build up. The ending is a little cliché with the typical one man army thing but its a solid thriller. My only complaint is there just wasn't enough spin kicks and roundhouses to suit my tastes for a Chuck movie. Let me give a message to all the Chuck non-believers. If you don't like him so much then ignore the fact that he is Chuck Norris and focus more on the characters and the story. Sheesh! Anyways it was great but nowhere near as exciting as Lone Wolf McQuade which is probably my favorite movie of his.