Yes it's been done many times before. Sure maybe it's like Die Hard. But if you're into this genre, don't expect anything extravagantly new... just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Directing by Ryuhei Kitamura was spot on, although the choreography needed more work and less choppiness. Now the writing... 4 writers - 2 nebs and 2 amateurs, and we got nothing spectacular but a bunch of cliches and a predictable story. BUT, it was still an enjoyable watch, especially with the slim-pickings available these days. The cinematography was good. The score was very fitting, and not obnoxious which is typical in B-grade films. The acting was actually good, even for the "Kristen Stewart" expressionless Ruby Rose. Compared to Megan Fox in Rogue, Rose actually worked for it. It was also refreshing to see the always smiling Louis Mandylor and his hilarious demeanor.
I feel the critics went too hard on this one. And to those that gave it a 1/10 on here, give your heads a shake and learn how to properly rate a film (read my bio). It's not just a 1 or 10 rating, there's many numbers in between, and the production value and directing alone starts at a 4 for this one. It's a well deserving 7/10 from me.
Directing by Ryuhei Kitamura was spot on, although the choreography needed more work and less choppiness. Now the writing... 4 writers - 2 nebs and 2 amateurs, and we got nothing spectacular but a bunch of cliches and a predictable story. BUT, it was still an enjoyable watch, especially with the slim-pickings available these days. The cinematography was good. The score was very fitting, and not obnoxious which is typical in B-grade films. The acting was actually good, even for the "Kristen Stewart" expressionless Ruby Rose. Compared to Megan Fox in Rogue, Rose actually worked for it. It was also refreshing to see the always smiling Louis Mandylor and his hilarious demeanor.
I feel the critics went too hard on this one. And to those that gave it a 1/10 on here, give your heads a shake and learn how to properly rate a film (read my bio). It's not just a 1 or 10 rating, there's many numbers in between, and the production value and directing alone starts at a 4 for this one. It's a well deserving 7/10 from me.