Not your stereotypical action film!

Rating: 9/10 (4 July 2012)

'Drive' is, in short, a film that includes violence, fear and car chases. Yet it is nowhere near as cavalier as other action films of the genre (i.e. the fast and the furious). More than having violence and fighting in it, it has a distinctive and poignant story line, which is the main reason for it being labelled an action film for people who have never liked action before. Its great story line is almost enough for the watcher to forget that it is essentially an action film. The way Nicolas Refn has fused romance and action into a genre of its own is truly incredible.
And of course, the acting is superb. Ryan Gosling's mysteriousness makes the film what it is. Also Carey Mulligan deserves a mention.
Overall, I think this a truly fantastic film. There is enough action for action-lovers to enjoy it and a big enough story line for anyone to enjoy it! One of the best films of 2011!