![]() ![]() In short, '12 Rounds' is not a movie that should be taken overly serious. Brian White as Cena's partner was probably my favorite character and performance in the film. Aidan Gillen is a passable villain (though he couldn't have been cheesier if he tried), and is also the character hurt most by the ridiculous events in the script. Ashley Scott in particular was disappointing because of her lack of emotion. What's kind of sad is that the actors in the movie, the people who actually have that as their first profession, are nothing short of laughable. Again, is Harlin known for getting great performances? No, so you shouldn't expect anything more. ![]() I don't even think he smiles in this movie. ![]() He does have an air of likability about him, but he doesn't have the same level of charisma as most other action stars nowadays. John Cena, as we know, is not an actor.I do not expect him to deliver award worthy work, therefore he does not disappoint. 'Die Hard 2' was a worthy entry in that series (though it may be the most forgettable), but hey, Harlin does pack the movie with enough action and thrills to make it at least somewhat entertaining. Is Renny Harlin still capable of directing decent action? Sure, as '12 Rounds' doesn't do a bad job supplying some quality stunts and explosions, which, let's face it - is all the audience really wants from this movie. I mean insane as in that only an insane person could see the events of the film as realistic. ![]() The premise of this movie, pretty much 'Saw' crossed with 'Speed', is rather clever - it's the one reason I didn't hate the movie - however, this doesn't change the fact that this is one of the most ridiculous and insane movies of recent memory. This is all well and good, but they should change the title of this film to '12 Rounds of Insanity', because there's no way any of this movie is possible. But hey, I had a good time watching this one.it's not going to go down as epic or anything, but it's certainly not the worst product featuring a wrestler in a starring role (Doom, anyone?). I didn't even expect it to be a decent ripoff. No one expects this to be a groundbreaking action movie that changes the face of the genre. The picture will appeal to frenetic action buffs. Rating : acceptable and passable thriller movie. The motion picture is professionally directed by Renny Harlin, he's expert on action genre such as ¨ Cliffhunger, Die hard 2, Deep blue sea, Driven, Long kiss goodnight¨ and many others. Adequate musical score accompanying the action by Trevor Ravin and inventively photographed, using Steadicam or hand-held camera by by David Boyd reflecting splendidly New Orleans streets. Plus, a good secondary cast, such as Brian White as his best friend, Steve Harris as FBI agent and Nick Gomez among them. Casting is frankly well, John Cena is fine as tormented and intrepid cop, Aidan Gillen steals the show and takes honors as psychopath who attempts to turn the tables on the victim before he can chase him and a gorgeous Ashley Scott. Witty argument that dispenses excitement as well as entertainment. Enjoyable battle of wits between two main characters, Cena and Gillen, based on risked circumstances work out pretty well. This mindless, interesting and ingenious film is packed with thrills, suspense, tension and lots of interminable action. Most unusual is the device of having the victim play desperado and hunt the killer, and saving his girlfriend, as time runs out. The tale appears to unfold in real time as the many stirring and intense scenes will verify. Detective Danny Fisher (John Cena) discovers his love interest (Ashley Scott) has been abducted by a ex-con (Aidan Gillen) tied to Fisher's past, and he'll have to successfully complete 12 challenges in order to secure her safe release. The tension of this picture keeps snowballing as the clock ticks ever close for killing his lover. Excellent thriller full of intrigue and tense, this is a fast-paced, stylized action-suspense film. Exciting screenplay that dispenses absurd excitement as well as amusement. Gripping, original action movie with the wrestler John Cena desperately trying to find the means avoid his girlfriend to be murdered. ![]()
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