How Scott Waugh's 'Runner' Lovingly Throws Back To Action Movies Of The 1980s And '90s Scott Waugh's latest film, Runner, is a thrilling ride that embodies the spirit of action movies from the 1980s and 1990s.
As its director, Waugh has skillfully woven together nostalgic nods to classic tropes and characters, transporting viewers back to an era when blockbuster films reigned supreme.
The nostalgia in Runner is palpable from its opening scenes, where Waugh's trademark style a fusion of visceral energy and precise choreography echoes the influence of legendary directors like John McTiernan (Predator) and George Miller (Mad Max).