I read some negative reviews about this movie. It's a film that tries to combine emotionally driven drama, with thrills and action. And I must say this film does deliver the goods for the most part. I personally think Jason Statham is a good action star, perhaps even great. Although he plays a character with similar demeanor in most of his movies. It does work and he brings that badass charisma like always. Redemption is no exception, the plot is about a broken down man that is trying to atone and find justice. In a harsh city area in London, and fights for what he believe to be good. Even if he has to join a Chinese mafia to do so. And during this process, it shows the bonding and relationship with a nun that helps out and runs a soup kitchen for the homeless. You know the saying opposites attract? Well that applies to this film. This is a dark and harsh movie that takes place during the night time mostly. And it really does a fluent job of bringing out the gritty and nasty side of some people and what they are capable of doing. It's a compelling and haunting movie that absorbed me into the situation and setting. And found myself emotionally invested in this film...Well at least for the first half. It would have been a standout film if it kept the momentum from the first half. The fights aren't over the top or crazy but it brings out the realism and believability. Although it could have used a bit more work on it, even if the fight sequences are very few. Jason Statham did a fine job of bringing out the psychologically and emotionally damaged ex-soldier. He might not be a actor with range but he gets the job done really well. As long as the story and direction of the film fits him. This film also ends in the right note. Overall this film is very well worth seeing. And is a great rental.
7.3/10
7.3/10