Highly Stylized Action Movie with the Same Old Formula

Rating: 5/10 (23 December 2016)

I had several friends tell me this was a great movie so I went into it with above average expectations. Sadly I was disappointed. I enjoy movies where the main characters are bigger than life, but this was just one big disappointment for me. There was no brains to the movie. The main character's mode of operation didn't have the slightest hint of realism. The fight scenes were well choreographed, but highly improbable and quite cliché. If you want action movies with a brain I highly recommend The Professional (Leon), Bourne Identity, or The Usual Suspects. If you want an action movie with a better story and more entertainment watch The Boondock Saints. If you're just looking for a highly stylized action movie, here is some basic entertainment for you.