Wanted
A criminal investigation show which helps Federal and State police directly to solve Cold Cases, Homicides, disappearances and Petty Theft Cases such as burglaries and vandalism. Wanted is a socially interactive show which employs a broad range of social media to encourage the public to help solve crimes, with viewers being encouraged to provide immediate information anonymously that could prove an arrest or a lead to close the case.
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Plot Summary
Wesley Gibson, a miserable office worker, discovers that his estranged father was a professional assassin. After his father is killed, Wesley is recruited into a secret fraternity of assassins called the Fraternity. He learns to harness his latent abilities and seeks revenge on those responsible for his father's death, while grappling with the morality of his new life.
Critical Reception
Wanted was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its stylish action sequences and visual flair, while some found its plot convoluted and its violence excessive. Audiences generally responded well to its over-the-top entertainment value.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its inventive and stylish action choreography.
- Noted for its fast-paced, kinetic energy and visual creativity.
- Criticized by some for a derivative or nonsensical plot, and extreme violence.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's exciting action sequences and visually impressive stunts. Many appreciated the film's entertainment value and unique visual style, though some found the plot to be less compelling or overly graphic.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for two MTV Movie Awards, including Best Fight.
Fun Fact
The unique "curving bullet" effect was achieved through a combination of CGI and practical effects, with actors sometimes firing real guns in controlled environments with specialized cameras to capture the trajectory.
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