Fun Spoof

Rating: 10/10 (14 February 2015)

Had the opportunity to see a Thursday night advance premiere screening in King of Prussia of this movie accompanied by my unofficial fiancÃ©. We both enjoyed it The story revolves around a spy who recruits and mentors a lower class young man for a spy agency called Kingsman. The movie contains references to several spy films and TV shows such as the Bond franchise and The Man From U.N.C.L.E. The tropes of such films and shows are discussed, spoofed, and at one point busted. The cast was excellent and seemed to enjoy their roles. Colin Firth was outstanding as the veteran secret agent who recruits and mentors the protagonist played by newcomer Taron Egerton. This movie has plenty of mayhem including an already famous church fight scene in which Colin Firth's character takes out about 80 people. If you enjoy spy films you will enjoy Kingsman:The Secret Service.