Maximum Risk has some cool scenes but a lot of slower drama too. It has some decent performances by supporting cast members, and of course Jean-Claude Van Damme performs very well as usual. The script is just a bit thin and the action is a bit sparse, it’s more like a 90s action-drama show. Not totally big screen material unless you’re into drama. Still there’s a decent amount of action, it’s not a bad movie for Van Damme fans, it’s not his worst either, but it’s a bit below average. The plot has some interesting ideas and the screenplay shows some strong scenes it’s just a bit few & far between with all the slower drama style stuff.
Natasha Henstridge does alright as the lead female in this movie. Her charm is sufficient and her acting is pretty good here.
Zach Grenier is unpleasant but convincing as the lead antagonist, a Russian mob boss, originally second in command until he has the top man killed. Paul Ben-Victor puts in a strong performance as one of the bent FBI agents working for the Russian mob, trying to befriend Van Damme. Everyone is trying to get Van Damme to open his dead twin brother’s safety deposit box, which contains incriminating evidence against everyone.