SEEN 7 SEPT
This is the kind of film that reminds you why theatres still matter. The pre-interval block alone is worth the ticket price. Sound design during the action sequences was mixed at a volume that actually rattled the seats. Story-wise there's nothing groundbreaking here, it's a fairly standard revenge template. But execution elevates it — every set piece feels earned rather than inserted for spectacle. The antagonist is genuinely menacing without needing exaggerated dialogue to prove it. Second half drags in patches, mostly during the flashback explaining the hero's backstory. Overall a solid watch, especially on a big screen with a loud sound system.
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I had a slightly different reaction but I see where you're coming from.
Fair review. The hype around it was doing a lot of work though.
Was not ready for that third act turn.
The writing is sharper than people gave it credit for.
Good call on the rating, that's about where I landed too.
That one long take in the middle — did anyone else notice it?
Solid watch, though I'd rank the director's previous one higher.
Took a while to get going but absolutely worth it.
Went in with zero expectations and came out grinning.
The runtime is the only real complaint I have.
The comedy track actually landed for once.
Fair review. The hype around it was doing a lot of work though.
Been recommending this to everyone who'll listen.
I wanted to love this more than I did.
The sound design in the action stretches was excellent.
Fair review. The hype around it was doing a lot of work though.
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