Sylvester Stallone puts on his writing cap for this 2013
action/revenge yarn directed by the fairly unknown Gary Fleder and starring the
Italian Stallion's best blockbuster bud, Jason Statham, and hilariously miscast
James Franco as the backwoods baddie. Franco
actually provides one of the most stereotypical and dreary performances of his
illustrious career. Wynona Ryder also
gets some limited screen time as the silver screen stoner's thieving, washed
out girlfriend that is obviously a huge acting stretch for her. The story is predictable and limited but
delivers on Statham's signature brand of “bad assery” with a failed attempt at
adding a romantic twist and familial back-story. In the end, Rocky just tried too hard with
too little to work with. Of all the
things he is known for, delicately yet effectively weaving an intricate
tapestry of complex, intermingling storylines is definitely not one of his
strong suits. I know shocker, right. But for what it is worth, if you are in the
mood for a satisfying slug fest with plenty o' UFC throw down moves, machismo
violence, and classic Expendable like one liners, this is the flick for
you. But would somebody please explain
to Hollywood that F bombs do not equate to substantial script filler, I lost
count quickly in this cinematic outing.
3 out of 5 Kernels; strictly judging it by a "balls to the
wall", Statham smack-down, it is worth the price of rental or download
admission.
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