Enjoyed this tremendously especially Hugh Grant's send-up of himself. Hartnett also hysterical here. Aubrey Plaza dead perfect heroine for this bunch. Cary Elwes and Eddie Marsan also having a marvelous time. And as always, Jason Statham is at his best, smirking, killing and alternately acting p'd off and triumphant.
Anyone looking for an intricately plotted thriller keeping audience on edge of seats should look elsewhere. Looking for deep character studies, Oscar-worthy performances breaking through stereotyped characters. Get serious! This is a Guy Ritchie movie.
That said, the plot and the way it develops scientifically is certainly ingenious enough and well enough crafted for this type of action-comedy. I can see where some action aficionados looking for detailed and lengthy choreographed fighting scenes might feel cheated here. The action here is secondary to the fun and the fun never stops here.
Anyone looking for an intricately plotted thriller keeping audience on edge of seats should look elsewhere. Looking for deep character studies, Oscar-worthy performances breaking through stereotyped characters. Get serious! This is a Guy Ritchie movie.
That said, the plot and the way it develops scientifically is certainly ingenious enough and well enough crafted for this type of action-comedy. I can see where some action aficionados looking for detailed and lengthy choreographed fighting scenes might feel cheated here. The action here is secondary to the fun and the fun never stops here.