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This film follows a team of mercenaries, led by Barney Ross, are sent on an assignment to Vilena. They are told to murder the tyrannical ruler General Gaza. But this turns out to be a ploy created by the CIA, and the real target is James Munroe (a former CIA agent who became greedy). Barney Ross becomes torn after meeting Sandra between helping the country and saving her, or aborting the mission.
This film was directed by... Sylvester Stallone. The film poster explains it all. Bringing to life former action actors with a few recent action actors to create a testosterone driven film. This film harkens back to the old classic action films of the 1990's with its familiar action hero's. It lacks any real fluid story, but it does contain plenty of heart. There is a lack of imagination to its familiarity. The plot and characters are way to generic. However, there is plenty of intense action to enjoy. The film is full of explosions and large loud guns. Some of the scene's are obviously assisted with computer animation. Humorously, there isn't a lot of sex in this film. It's hinted at, but not overplayed. I wouldn't recommend this film for children. There is a sequel to this film, currently in theaters. There is also talks of a third installment.
The cast worked well together. There wasn't much character development, but they worked well with what material they had. Sylvester Stallone played the leading role of Barney Ross. It's not always a bad thing for a director to act in his films. However, Stallone takes it over the top with making sure his character is the most bad ass and most liked. Jason Statham played the role of Lee Christmas. He was great playing the emotional bad ass. He gave the film some emotional depth. Dolph Lundgren played the role of Gunner Jensen. He was great in his conflicted role. He gave the film some story to follow. Eric Roberts played the role of James Munroe. He was great as the villain. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin played the role of Dan Paine. He was great being the character everyone despised. David Zayas played the role of General Garza. He was good in his role, but didn't stand out. Mickey Rourke played the role of Tool. He was good, and became amazing once he gave his speech. Jet Li, Terry Crews, and Randy Couture played the roles of Yin Yang, Hale Caeser, and Toll Road. They were good in their general filler roles. Giselle Itie played the role of Sandra Garza. She was good in her small role providing the film with something other than action.
I give this film 3 out of 5 stars! It has all the basic qualities for a good action film. It lacks any real story or imagination that could have made it into a great film.
Answer to last blog: Director Jay Roach directed the films Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and The Campaign.
Que: What was Stallone's first major film role?
Death Race 2000
Rocky
Rambo
F.I.S.T
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