Starts strongly enough. Relies on the cast to hold it together. Final act could use better writing and way better execution. Meh.

Not bad but could go further with the paranoia and suspense. Think of it as a version of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

The story of a 30-year voter-fraud investigation: computer breakdowns, unrealistic numbers, silent media, hostile justice system. Familiar.

There are quite a few clones and derivatives of Taken since its release in 2008. Here are 35 mini-reviews.

Canberra, Australia – Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) officials say that a “hive of spies” had been recently removed...

It’s basically Luc Besson’s updated, Cold War version of Le Femme Nikita starring a Russian model.

A gritty vigilante film with Denzel Washington beating up thugs. Need I say more?

Unlocked is basically another Taken-like action-thriller. Nothing particularly bad but nothing particularly good either.

One expects this to be a short, no-brainer, action-packed, light entertainment. And that’s what it mostly is.

Tries to be some sort of thriller but fails.

Not supposed to be a shoot ’em up but it still works. Good to see Jackie Chan and Pierce Brosnan not be typecasted.

Highly stylized Cold War spy action-thriller. Looks good. Can use better signposting regarding the end.

Tries too hard with the conspiracy. Not bad but can use more and better action.

Some nice set pieces initially, and nicely shot with decent sound editing too. Not bad but lacks wow factor and not particularly memorable.

Starts off strongly and it is intriguing as a psychological thriller. Overall, not particularly memorable.

Clumsy opening. Lacks suspense and wow factor.

Travolta plays himself in this mediocre action flick.

An action flick that tries to be balanced. Not bad even if it has moments that are over-the-top.