Brick Mansions (2014)
Rated PG-13
Starring Paul Walker, David Belle, RZA, Catalina Denis
Directed by Camille Delamarre
The Story:
Undercover detective Collier (Walker) is sent into the segregated slums of Detroit (surprise!) to work with a convicted criminal (Belle) to retrieve a weapon stolen by drug lord Tremaine (RZA) in a threat to blow up Detroit. Can they disarm the bomb, save the damsel in distress without getting killed, or killing each other?
How's that set-up for a nice B-movie thriller from the mind, and pen, of the great Luc Besson?
The opening is a thrill ride of parkour as Belle races for his life from the bad guys. This Belle guy is pretty good and seems to do most of his own stunts.
A quick search reveals that he's like the founder of parkour.
So I guess if you're going to do that kind of stunt work, there you go, get the best!
I'm reminded of Besson's work with Statham in The Transporter, and wonder if these two will reteam in future projects? I'd be willing to watch!
Sadly, this is one of Walker's last roles, and he brings all the Paul Walker-isms as usual.
You either love or hate him, and I've always been a fan.
Wasn't expecting much from the film, so it far surpassed those expectations.
Nothing ground-breaking that you haven't seen a time or three before, but still an enjoyable overall experience.
Final Grade: B-
Rewatchability/Purchase Factor:
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