There are so many throwaway action films out there that are still thrilling and interesting in their own way – this movie is no different. The plot is straight out of a conspiracy theory and feels authentic and true to itself. The story is out there – to say the least – and for it to even be executed all the puzzle pieces of the plot just need to fall into place and fit without any opposition. The movie does a great job of taking itself seriously and never even flinches when it comes to seeing the plot as serious fact.
Angelina Jolie comes straight out of Tomb Raider and yet again gives an action-packed performance that is noteworthy and on a Tom Cruise level of danger and intensity. Her performance is good and she really delivers the character I bet the director and writer intended in an authentic way.
I really like the dark and serious nature of the film. The plot might not be that realistic if you look at it from a nit-picky standpoint and does have a few major plotholes, But it is just so entertaining. I have seen it three times by now and in a few years, I will probably watch it again. For me, it is not exactly up there with Tomb Raider and the Bourne Identity franchise, but it gets really close as a one-off entertaining Friday night film.
7/10