Red
Red

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Red

2014
Movie
107 min
Tagalog

Red, a shy orphan who spent most of his childhood in a girly bar, grew up to be the town's best fixer. When a rich kid was gunned down in a drug bust that went wrong, Red was hired by Art, a spoiled socialite, to fix the mess.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users66%
Director: Robert SchwentkeGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former black-ops CIA agent is forced back into action when his old team is targeted by a hitman. He must use his unique skills to protect himself and uncover the conspiracy behind the assassination attempts. Alongside his ex-girlfriend and a group of eccentric former agents, he fights to stay alive against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising the action sequences and the chemistry between the lead actors, though some found the plot to be formulaic. Audiences generally enjoyed the movie for its blend of humor and action.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surprisingly effective action sequences and the charismatic performances of its ensemble cast.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot that relies heavily on action-movie tropes.

  • Some reviewers found the humor to be hit-or-miss, while others appreciated the quirky character dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the entertaining action and the enjoyable performances, particularly from the main cast. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit thin but still considered it a fun and engaging watch.

Fun Fact

The film 'Red' is based on the DC Comics limited series of the same name, which was written by Warren Ellis and illustrated by Cully Hamner.

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