Wanted, Dead Or Alive? Dead

Rating: Null/10 (9 November 2008)

'Wanted' is pretty much another sort of mindless action film. I did enjoy it though but it is not what I would call great cinema. In terms of execution it is a lot like 'The Matrix'. The special effects and cinematography are well done. The weapons are funny. The action sequences, though well executed, are repetitive and ridiculously absurd as they stretch the film too far, yes both in terms of plot line and duration. But of course, I wasn't expecting some meaningful cinema, just pure entertainment and to enjoy this one has to 'suspend' reality. The soundtrack is pretty cool. James McAvoy does a decent job of carrying the film. A sizzling Angelina Jolie makes the best of what she's given. It's nice to see Morgan Freeman do something different (for a long time he hasn't) and is this the first movie where one hears him say the 'F' word? The story is a bit predictable but I liked the idea of using a beloved one as a weapon against the target. Overall, it's a good enough popcorn flick with loads of action.