Sudden Death, an action film starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, was released in theaters.
Principal photography for Sudden Death took place, involving filming at various locations including the Montreal Forum arena.
Jean-Claude Van Damme was cast as the lead actor in Sudden Death, portraying the character Darren McCord.
Darren McCord, a former firefighter, attends game six of the Stanley Cup Finals at the Pittsburgh Civic Arena with his daughter, Emily.
A group of terrorists led by Joshua Foss arrives at the arena disguised as construction workers, posing a threat during the high-profile game.
The terrorists take control of the arena's ventilation system and hold the vice president and other officials hostage, demanding a ransom.
McCord recognizes the threat and starts to intervene, moving discreetly to stop the terrorists and save the hostages, including his daughter.
McCord engages in a series of confrontations with terrorists throughout the arena, using his skills and resourcefulness to incapacitate them.
McCord rescues the hostages and confronts the mastermind Joshua Foss in the final moments of the game, preventing a catastrophe.
