Shoot ‘Em Up makes funny gun-play
Shoot ‘Em Up
By combining guns, sex, violence with comedy, Shoot ‘Em Up makes unusual movie magic.
Although the plotline and violent sequences seems a little wild, Shoot ‘Em Up takes a comical approach to action. The fight scenes in the movie are not at all believable, however it's clear from the beginning that they are not supposed to be. Case in point is the opening to the film.
While trying to save a pregnant woman from a mob of gun-wielding men, top-secret Black Operatives Agent turned quiet loner, Smith (Clive Owen) delivers the baby while simultaneously dodging bullets and shooting men. When Smith is unable to save the mother, the mob, led by Hertz (Paul Giamatti), turn their focus on him and the newly delivered baby, Oliver.
After that Smith seeks the help of Donna Quintano (Monica Bellucci), a lactating prostitute, to feed and care for the baby. When Hertz discovers that she is an accomplice, he adds her to his list of targets, forcing Smith, Donna and the baby to start running while trying to find answers as to why Hertz wants this baby dead so badly.
The comedy element is best shown after the first fight scene when “Joker and the Thief in the Night” by Wolfmother plays in the background, accompanied by exuberant fighting and shooting, while Smith is carrying the baby and manages to come out unscathed. There is also a very humorous sex scene, where Smith and Donna are interrupted by men with guns trying to kill them and they continue having sex in the middle of the shoot off.
I really enjoyed this movie. First off, I have never seen a movie starring Owen (Children of Men) that I have not liked. He is an amazingly talented actor. He suits this role so well, playing the strong hero who grows throughout the movie.
Secondly, I think that an action movie that stays consistent is key. I dislike action movies that try to be realistic, but then add in a fight sequence that makes the character out to be super human. This movie never once tries to have realism in their fight scenes and even make them comical to ensure that the audience knows they are meant to be unrealistic. Monica Bellucci (The Matrix 2 and 3), also shines in this movie. Her role is more serious compared to the other characters and she manages to stand out without having the added bonus of quick comic lines.
Paul Giamatti (Lady in the Water), is initially hard to imagine as a tough guy, but he pulls it off well in the end. I recommend this movie to anyone who likes a lot of action and enjoys to dark humor.
Final Words: Saw it. Loved it. Will never look at a carrot the same way.
By combining guns, sex, violence with comedy, Shoot ‘Em Up makes unusual movie magic.
Although the plotline and violent sequences seems a little wild, Shoot ‘Em Up takes a comical approach to action. The fight scenes in the movie are not at all believable, however it's clear from the beginning that they are not supposed to be. Case in point is the opening to the film.
While trying to save a pregnant woman from a mob of gun-wielding men, top-secret Black Operatives Agent turned quiet loner, Smith (Clive Owen) delivers the baby while simultaneously dodging bullets and shooting men. When Smith is unable to save the mother, the mob, led by Hertz (Paul Giamatti), turn their focus on him and the newly delivered baby, Oliver.
After that Smith seeks the help of Donna Quintano (Monica Bellucci), a lactating prostitute, to feed and care for the baby. When Hertz discovers that she is an accomplice, he adds her to his list of targets, forcing Smith, Donna and the baby to start running while trying to find answers as to why Hertz wants this baby dead so badly.
The comedy element is best shown after the first fight scene when “Joker and the Thief in the Night” by Wolfmother plays in the background, accompanied by exuberant fighting and shooting, while Smith is carrying the baby and manages to come out unscathed. There is also a very humorous sex scene, where Smith and Donna are interrupted by men with guns trying to kill them and they continue having sex in the middle of the shoot off.
I really enjoyed this movie. First off, I have never seen a movie starring Owen (Children of Men) that I have not liked. He is an amazingly talented actor. He suits this role so well, playing the strong hero who grows throughout the movie.
Secondly, I think that an action movie that stays consistent is key. I dislike action movies that try to be realistic, but then add in a fight sequence that makes the character out to be super human. This movie never once tries to have realism in their fight scenes and even make them comical to ensure that the audience knows they are meant to be unrealistic. Monica Bellucci (The Matrix 2 and 3), also shines in this movie. Her role is more serious compared to the other characters and she manages to stand out without having the added bonus of quick comic lines.
Paul Giamatti (Lady in the Water), is initially hard to imagine as a tough guy, but he pulls it off well in the end. I recommend this movie to anyone who likes a lot of action and enjoys to dark humor.
Final Words: Saw it. Loved it. Will never look at a carrot the same way.
