The movie Death Warrant was released in 1990 and directed by Deran Sarafian. It stars Jean-Claude Van Damme as Louis Burke, along with Robert Guillaume, Cynthia Gibb, and George Dickerson.
Louis Burke is a Canadian police officer who is sent to a prison in California to investigate a series of murders that have taken place there. The prison is notorious for its extreme violence and corruption, making it a dangerous and challenging assignment for Burke.
Once inside the prison, Burke must navigate a complex web of alliances and power struggles between different inmate factions. He quickly learns that the murders are linked to a secret underground fighting ring, where prisoners are forced to fight to the death for the entertainment of the guards and corrupt officials.
Burke is able to gain the trust of two fellow prisoners, Hawkins (Robert Guillaume) and Priest (Patrick Kilpatrick), who help him in his investigation. Together, they uncover evidence of a larger conspiracy involving the prison administration and a powerful criminal organization.
As they get closer to the truth, Burke and his allies become targets themselves and must fight for their lives against the corrupt forces within the prison. Along the way, Burke is forced to confront his own past and the fears and regrets that have haunted him.
Death Warrant is a fast-paced action-thriller that showcases Jean-Claude Van Damme's martial arts skills and physical prowess. It also explores deeper themes of justice, redemption, and the corrupting influence of power.