The Violence Action
The Violence Action

The Violence Action

2022Movie111 minJapanese

Kei Kikuno attends a vocational school as a student. For her part-time job, she works as a contract killer. She is excellent at her job and never gets scared by anyone. One day, she receives the most challenging request.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users55%
Director: D.J. CarusoGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A woman discovers she is the daughter of a notorious mob boss and is trained to be a deadly assassin. Years later, she seeks revenge against the organization that wronged her family. She must navigate a dangerous world of organized crime while trying to protect her loved ones. The film follows her journey as she confronts powerful enemies and uncovers dark secrets.

Critical Reception

The Violence Action received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uneven tone. While some praised its action sequences and Kunis's performance, many felt the film failed to live up to its potential, with comments on its predictable narrative and lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for energetic action sequences and Mila Kunis's commitment to the role.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and a tone that struggled to balance action with comedy.
  • Seen as a competently made but ultimately forgettable entry in the action genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Violence Action are divided. Many enjoyed the fight choreography and the lead actress's performance, finding it a fun, albeit standard, action flick. However, a significant portion of viewers found the story uninspired and the humor to be hit-or-miss, ultimately deeming it a missed opportunity for a more unique film.

Fun Fact

Director D.J. Caruso has stated that the film was inspired by classic 70s and 80s action films, aiming for a blend of practical effects and dynamic fight choreography.

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