IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes53%
Metacritic49/100
Google Users69%
Director: Simon West•Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller
Arthur Bishop is a "mechanic" – a high-priced hitman with a strict code and a talent for making his kills look like accidents. When his mentor and friend Harry McKenna is murdered, Bishop is tasked with assassinating Harry's own son, Steve McKenna. Bishop takes Steve under his wing, training him in the ways of the assassin, all while secretly plotting revenge against the corrupt individuals who orchestrated Harry's death.
The Mechanic was met with mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and reliance on Jason Statham's signature action style. Audiences, however, generally found it to be an entertaining and competently executed action film.
Satisfyingly brutal and well-choreographed action sequences.
Jason Statham delivers his usual stoic and effective performance.
The plot is formulaic and lacks originality, relying heavily on action tropes.
Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the film's action-packed nature and Jason Statham's performance, appreciating the straightforward thrills. Some found the story to be somewhat unoriginal and predictable.
Jason Statham performed many of his own stunts in the film, including a dangerous sequence involving a car chase and a crash.
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