Comic Book Action Well Done

Rating: 8/10 (2 October 2014)

Denzel Washington nails the character, at least the character that was written in the screenplay, which is not the Equalizer from the TV series. He is more of a superhero in the movie franchise and you have no doubts that he will outlive all who oppose him. The suspense comes in to play, more with his friends and acquaintances and the viewer is led to worry about their survival, while expecting Denzel's character to kick a_s without fail. The cinematography is dark and the editing is tight, with little doubt as to what is going to happen, just uncertainty as to how it will happen. The Equalizer can use anything at hand as a deadly weapon. This is entertaining and if there is a sequel, it will make money. The depiction of the protagonist as a reluctant hero is ludicrous, considering his lame retirement job and the pleasure, almost joy, that he gets out of killing. Not for intellectuals but good entertainment for action fans.