So, I just finished watching “Code of Honor,” and, let me tell you, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. It’s like one of those classic Swedish smörgåsbord – there’s a bit of everything, but not all of it is tasty.

First off, you’ve got Steven Seagal playing this rogue ex-military dude, Colonel Robert Sikes. He’s on a one-man mission to clean up the city from all things bad and sinful. It’s kinda like “Death Wish” on steroids but with less engaging action and way more straight faces. There’s a fair amount of gunfire, a few blown-up cars, and, yeah, Seagal’s signature deadpan delivery. You know the drill.

I gotta say, I’m a sucker for these vigilante justice flicks. They remind me of the old days when my dad and I would watch Clint Eastwood movies on the couch, sipping on Fanta. But “Code of Honor” is like going to your favorite pizzeria and realizing they’ve changed the sauce recipe. It’s just off. There’s this FBI agent, Porter, who’s trying to catch Sikes. The game of cat and mouse should be thrilling, but it feels more like a slow dance.

The pacing is all over the place. One moment there’s relentless action, and the next, it’s like watching paint dry. And the dialogue! O herregud, it’s clunky. I get that it’s no Shakespeare, but a little more finesse wouldn’t hurt.

What’s weird though, is that despite all the flaws, there’s this sense of nostalgia. It’s like a throwback to ’80s and ’90s action films. Even though it’s not top-tier, it’s oddly comforting. Like eating Billy’s Pan Pizza at 2 AM – not great, but it hits the spot in a weird way.

In a world filled with sleek and polished films, “Code of Honor” stands out for its raw, almost lazy craftsmanship. There’s something almost charming about its nonchalance. Or maybe I’m just getting soft.

Anyways, if you’re into Steven Seagal and want to have a bit of a laugh, give it a shot. Just don’t expect too much. What can I say, sometimes it’s fun to watch a bit of a trainwreck.

Oh, and here’s the trailer if you’re curious: Code of Honor