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A.W.O.L. (Lionheart)
Directed by Sheldon Lettich, A.W.O.L. (also known as Lionheart) stars Jean-Claude Van Damme as Lyon Gaultier, a soldier in the French Foreign Legion. After learning his brother has been murdered in Los Angeles, Lyon goes AWOL from his post in North Africa to avenge him.
To fund his journey across the United States, Lyon becomes a street fighter, entering the brutal world of underground combat. The film is a classic of the 90s action genre, highlighting Van Damme's martial arts prowess.
Locations
The production was filmed across several locations in California and Nevada.
Sunset Tower Hotel in West Hollywood
The art deco skyscraper where Lyon Gaultier winds up in Los Angeles—and where he is famously stripped of his clothes by the villainous Cynthia—is the Sunset Tower Hotel at 8358 Sunset Boulevard. Known as the St. James’s Club at the time of filming, this landmark has appeared in numerous films. Map Location
Jean Dry Lake in Nevada
Key desert sequences were filmed at Jean Dry Lake in Nevada, serving as the backdrop for Lyon's initial escape and his journey toward the West Coast. Map Location
Downtown Los Angeles
Various underground fighting and street scenes were captured in Downtown Los Angeles, including locations at 444 S. Flower Street and the historic Oviatt Building. Map Location
Director
Sheldon Lettich
Cast
Jean-Claude Van Damme
Harrison Page
Deborah Rennard
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