What Kicked Ass in Kick-Ass

Rating: 8/10 (18 April 2010)

I don't know about other people, but my expectations were so-so for the film, because all too often comic type films never meet expectations. Well there were so many things about this film that were absolutely great. Lets make a list of things in this move that actually Kick- Ass:
WHAT KICKED ASS IN KICK-ASS 1. soundtrack - so many great artists, and it goes seamlessly with the film. 2. nic cage - turns in a great performance for a character that provides several goosebumps moments, at least to me. 3. Chloe Moritz - amazing newcomer to me, but she was spot on in her relationship with her father. watching her and big daddy made me feel like i was watching kill bill, but better. 4. what gore - i didn't think it was as gory as everyone made it out to be, but it was still pretty intense. 5. fight sequences - outstanding! 6. acting - Andrew Johnson, as Dave/kick-ass actually does a great job holding the film together. the only other time i saw him in a film was for the illusionist, and he says like 5 words. 7. mood swings - the plot line is quite solid, as the film progresses nicely with next to no slow points. the story is told well, and for a comic/drama/comedy it created strong emotional changes for not only me but in the characters too. 8. cinematography - great camera work, very commendable.
You take this film for what its worth and realize its not Oscar material, but it is super well done for its purpose to entertain.