Training 'John Wick'
Training 'John Wick'

Training 'John Wick'

2017Movie12 minEnglish

A look at the fight choreography being developed for the film.

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IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes89%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users84%
Director: Chad StahelskiGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Super-assassin John Wick is forced out of retirement by a global underworld conspiracy. With a massive bounty placed on his head, he must fight his way through the treacherous streets of Rome and back to New York City. His skills are tested like never before as he confronts a new set of formidable opponents.

Critical Reception

John Wick: Chapter 2 was met with generally positive reviews, praised for its stylish action sequences, intricate world-building, and Keanu Reeves' committed performance. Critics appreciated the expansion of the Wick universe and the escalating stakes, though some found the plot to be secondary to the elaborate fight choreography.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its spectacular and inventive action choreography.
  • Commended for expanding the unique mythology and world of John Wick.
  • Keanu Reeves' stoic and physical performance was a highlight.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's thrilling action, extensive fight scenes, and impressive visual style. Many enjoyed the deeper dive into the assassin underworld and found Keanu Reeves' portrayal of John Wick to be iconic. The film's intense pace and creative set pieces were frequently highlighted as major positives.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Action Movie at the Critics' Choice Movie Awards. Received multiple nominations for technical achievements in stunt coordination.

Fun Fact

The intricate coin system used by the assassins in the film is not just a plot device; it was inspired by the ancient Greek practice of placing a 'Charon's obol,' a coin placed in the mouth of a corpse to pay the ferryman Charon for passage across the river Styx.

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