Hard Score Hardcut 5

In a futuristic Moscow, a man awakens with amnesia and a cybernetic arm, only to discover he's the key to preventing a powerful warlord from conquering the world. Reborn with enhanced abilities, he must fight his way through a city crawling with mercenaries and soldiers, relying on his new partner to guide him. The film plunges the viewer directly into the action, presented entirely from the protagonist's first-person perspective.

Hardcore Henry was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its innovative first-person perspective and relentless action sequences. However, many found the plot to be thin and the repetitive nature of the action to be overwhelming, leading to a polarizing reception.

• Praised for its groundbreaking first-person perspective and intense, non-stop action.

• Criticized for a shallow plot and potentially overwhelming, repetitive fight choreography.

• Seen as a unique cinematic experiment that pushes the boundaries of action filmmaking.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's novel visual style and high-octane action. Some viewers found it to be a thrilling, immersive experience, while others felt the constant barrage of action became monotonous.

The entire film is shot from a first-person perspective, with the protagonist's face never shown and his actions performed by various stunt performers, including the director himself, Ilya Naishuller.