Product: xXx [VHS] (2002)
Rating: 2.0
XXX No Where Close to Hardcore!
I must admit I was rather excited to see this film when it came to the rental market. What with all the tantilizing teasers and trailers, it looked like a no holds barred all out adventure that would delight any action fan. Well, this action fan wasn't exactly delighted to say the least.XXX was no where close to being hardcore. First of all let it be known that the overall idea behind the film was not so bad. An extreme sports hero recruited to be an undercover agent...ok, could be cool. UNfortunatley thats about as far as the accolades go for this film.Now,the other side. First...a PG-13 rating...I knew that it couldn't be hard core enough. I wasn't wrong. This film would have greatly benefited from additional sex & violence, even if it meant that younger movie goers would not have been as readily permitted into the theaters. I mean, come on! Its an action film, not a suspense thriller. Action films, and their fans thrive on the sex and violence!Second. Ok, extreme sports...fine, but soem of the stuff that happens in this film? No way, just too cheesey for any to really enjoy. Is this a video game or a movie?!Overall. I think Vin Deisel is one of the new action stars to keep an eye on. His character in Fast & Furious was excellent, and he played well. This films poor ratings were not his fault...it was simply the movie. However, it is worth viewing once, despite its flaws.Hey, how about a XXX 2? This time...give something a little more hardcore or next time just call him PG-13!