Red Movie Review

DC comics’ “Retired and Extremely Dangerous,” aka Red, came into theaters just last week offering an explosive movie going experience along with an armed and dangerous cast. Starring Bruce Willis, Morgan Freeman, John Malkovich, Mary-Louise Parker, and Helen Mirren, Red takes place around Frank Moses, a retired special ops veteran. In his late years of age, Frank Moses still packs a punch and an outwitting mind for his opponent’s attempts of assassination while cleaning up a mysterious past linking Frank and of his close companions.

Though Frank now only wants to live the simple life, his current pursuits of the sweet life and hotline to love gets put on hold. Along with Frank, special interest Sarah, Mary-Louise Parker, is now in danger due to their close connection, there is no choice but to rescue her from his pursuers. To clear his name and end the deadly chase, Frank contacts and puts back together his comrades to form a deadly force. What they uncover in the end is both shocking and malevolent.

Red is an amazing adaptation. Due to the nature of its origins, it is beyond simple to except some of the more exaggerated effects and supernatural feats of strength. Still, realism is left intact along with the story and beloved characters of DC Comic fans. The cinematography and editing was near flawless aside from a few minor continuity errors. With smooth transitions and action packed effects, Red is as slick as it is entertaining. Though it is a bit different from previous Marvel and DC releases, comic fans should still find Red an exceptional addition to their collection.

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