OK - despite my rather damming summary - I am a big fan of Jason Statham - he always plays a mean moody character so very well. I was hoping that this film (certainly based on the trailers for it which drew me in to want to buy it) would be a good watch, plenty of action, some twists and turns in the plot (maybe!) and an enjoyable hour or so of viewing. Reading through the producers / directors credits (as you do!) as the start of the film I noticed it would produced by Sylvester Stallone -- ooh I thought, he is not known for his behind the camera work -- I wonder if he is any good. Well after the first 5 mins of the film ... I'm afraid to say it was all very telegraphed ... obvious next sequences, simple moves and counter moves .. but an overwhelming torrent of foul language that really wasn't necessary and certainly didn't enhance the film - quite the reverse in fact, it detracted massively from it. Now I am not adverse to the odd "ripe word" myself but whilst watching I found myself counting the swear words (in fairness ... not many are said by Mr. Statham!) and wondering if the script writers are actually getting paid per swear word they use .. in which case -- they would be rather wealthy after this film ! Its a shame because with a bit of cunning or intellect .. the film could have been so much better (I mean - which government agent hides his own personal files underneath the house giving away his identity - its just not going to happen), a bit more thought into the story .. and yes the twists and turns are predictable but it would have so much more watchable. For me .. it was one of those films where I thought .. "Oh Jason .... I do hope you got paid very well for this ... because you will cringe should you ever wish to view it in a few months time". I would score the film 2 out of 10 ... (and it does pain me it say that .. as I am a fan of Mr. Statham). For example, Blitz is tremendous, and the original transporter and mechanic are good classics to watch Thanks IanRead full review
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I bought this film on the basis of seeing a trailer on another film and I was not sorry. Jason Statham acts his socks off and the film is action all the way beginning to end. As with most, if not all, Statham films there is a fair bit of violence but it is not at the expense of a cracking good yarn but very much a necessary part of it. No spoilers, but it keeps you alert and wanting a specific outcome. All the characters are well acted and you definitely can't help taking sides. Buy it, you won't be disappointed, recommend it to your friends and they'll thank you for it!
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If you like Jason Statham you'll likely this. Action like transporter and nice story
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Very good film, engaging storyline.
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Been after this film for ages can't believe it's such a good film
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Followed this guy for many years (I remember him being in the Briitish Diving Team) This is not one of his best - but still very entertaining and a worthwhile watch. We always pass his DVD around the family and they seem to want more of his style.
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Brilliant film with lots of action from start to finish highly recommended.
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Brilliant film and a good story . Well worth the watch
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Love statham in anything, but I had to have this dvd, he's just superb at what he does Love it
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Excellent shirt Fits perfectly and love the colour
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