Film Review - John Wick
October 23, 2014
It’s rare to come across an action film that isn’t bloated these days. In recent weeks, features like “The Equalizer” and “Fury” have taken an eternity to explore simple themes, offering violence that’s more about anger than escapism. And now comes “John Wick,” which runs just over 90 minutes and values economical storytelling, acting as a breath of fresh air in suffocating marketplace. Roughhouse and genuinely thrilling, “John Wick” sprints with its B-movie premise, delivering exceptional stunt work and engaging theatrics, while star Keanu Reeves returns to his impressive “Matrix” physicality, taking the form of a human steamroller in this deliriously entertaining, enjoyably brutal revenge picture. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com
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