With a constant output of films,Statham is one of the most consistent action starsworking today.
The crew is tested as Reyes breaks them up methodically with his meticulous plan.
He deploys his usual skills, which is making his kills look like accidents.
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Nevertheless, the mission’s difficulty threatens him to succeed on time and rescue Gina.
Statham, as always, remains the films strongest draw, deliveringhis tough-guy persona with excellent fights.
However, the scripts lack of depth and weak supporting characters limit this film’s potential.
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With his experience, he is called in to save the crew and prevent the creature from wreaking havoc.
Their mission is to track down a deadly virus that could wipe out humanity.
The mission brings them to Turkey, where they have to intercept the technology as it goes on sale.
Statham delivers his usual brand of tough-guy charm, but the film plays it a bit too safe.
Shaw has to break out of a high-security prison, together with Hobbs (Johnson).
In an ensemble action flick liketheFast & Furiousfranchise, every character has their moment to shine.
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But here,Statham is practically the film’s MVP, starring in the two most exciting sequences.
His prison break with Johnson’s Hobbs practically greenlit their spinoff because of their intense and fun chemistry.
This film is tailor-made for Statham, delivering theno-nonsense, bone-crunching actionthat his fans have come to expect.
His character is a man of few words, buthis action sequences are brutal and exciting.
The film may be generic, but it’sone of Statham’s biggest hits to date.
With a few franchises under his belt, Statham successfully created a new one for the near future.
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His chemistry with McCarthy is a highlight, as Fords misguided arrogance clashes with Susans underestimated competence.
The success of his role proves thatStatham needs to star inmore comedic rolesbecause he’s so good at it.
Stathams introduction to the franchise as the villaininstantly raises the stakes.
Statham deliversone of his most brooding and intense performancesinWrath of Man.
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