Surprisingly Fabulous!

Rating: 10/10 (3 April 2019)

Was worried this would be a bloody/gory typical action pic, but was immediately struck by the early scenes with visual storytelling & cinematography to set up the disparity between the horrific urban slums & over-the-top wealth. Acting was wonderfully believable - the jihadists really believed in their cause but knew it was really a 'pay to play' cash reward to their families for their ultimate sacrifice.
Dev Patel's humanity had the audience rooting for his character. He was strong, sensitive, humble and shrewd. He'd make a great modern sensitive take on the next James Bond actor!