Hard Target (1993) is a high-octane action thriller directed by John Woo in his Hollywood debut, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme in one of his most iconic roles. Set in the gritty streets of New Orleans, the film follows Chance Boudreaux (Van Damme), a drifter and skilled martial artist, who becomes embroiled in a deadly game when he helps Natasha Binder (Yancy Butler) search for her missing father.

The investigation uncovers a sinister operation run by Emil Fouchon (Lance Henriksen), who orchestrates hunts where wealthy clients pay to track and kill homeless veterans as live prey. As Chance steps in to stop the carnage, he must use his lethal combat skills to survive and bring justice to the hunted.