Wanted

A disillusioned office worker discovers that his recently deceased father was a professional assassin. He is recruited into a secret fraternity of assassins, where he learns to hone his latent superhuman abilities. As he delves deeper into this shadowy world, he uncovers a conspiracy within the fraternity and must grapple with his newfound powers and the moral implications of his new life.

Wanted received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish visuals, fast-paced action sequences, and unique premise. However, some critics found the plot to be convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences, on the other hand, were largely drawn to the film's over-the-top action and graphic novel aesthetic.

• Praised for its inventive and visually striking action sequences.

• Applauded for its energetic direction and unique take on the assassin genre.

• Criticized by some for its thin plot and underdeveloped characters.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's high-octane action, unique visual style, and the performances of its lead actors. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit hard to follow, but the overall excitement and adrenaline rush of the action sequences were frequently highlighted as major positives.

Nominated for two MTV Movie Awards (Best Fight, Best Kiss).

The iconic "curving bullets" effect was achieved through a combination of CGI and practical effects, with the bullets actually being fired in a controlled environment and then digitally manipulated.