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Seen on: 05/19/2011

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The Mechanic (2011)

Directed by Simon West

Crime

Most recently watched by sensoria, noahphex, jenerator, suspectk

Overview

Arthur Bishop is a ‘mechanic’ - an elite assassin with a strict code and unique talent for cleanly eliminating targets. It’s a job that requires professional perfection and total detachment, and Bishop is the best in the business. But when he is ordered to take out his mentor and close friend Harry, Bishop is anything but detached.

Rated R | Length 93 minutes

Actors

Jason Statham | Tony Goldwyn | Matt McColm | Ben Foster | John McConnell | Eddie J. Fernandez | Chad Stahelski | David Leitch | Donald Sutherland | Jeff Chase | Christa Campbell | Katarzyna Wolejnio | Lara Grice | J.D. Evermore | Mini Anden | Mark Nutter | Ardy Brent Carlson | Aaron Saxton | David Dahlgren | James Logan | Joel Davis | Joshua Bridgewater | John Teague | Ada Michelle Loridans

Viewing Notes

I’m a big fan of the Bronson original, of which this is a remake.

This version is just too damn politically correct for its own good; it lacks the cynicism that pervaded the original (and seems to be a hallmark of some of the best ‘70s era movies).

Every time it has a chance to go callous, it throws in a bit of redeeming quality for its main character, which just irritated me.

Despite that essential flaw, it’s a very watchable film with some excellent action sequences. It could have benefited from some additional length, especially for character development. I kept wanting some shots to linger longer on the setups to certain scenes, and the aftermaths.

If you’ve not seen the original, do yourself a favor and watch it.

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