THE MECHANIC (Released to Theaters USA 2011)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì  The Mechanic—Jason Statham—has good interpretation of the original movie, 1972's The Mechanic with Charles Bronson. This film works for its watch, but know that the original Bronson film is better.  Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images  Storyline  A mechanic (assassin) takes an old friend's son as a student in training.  Additional Thanks Thank you to Director Simon West for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Robert Chartoff, Boaz Davidson, Danny Dimbort, Marcy Drogin, Avi Lerner, Trevor Short, John Thompson, and Irwin Winkler for making the film possible. Cast includes Jason Statham, Ben Foster, Tony Goldwyn, Donald Sutherland, Jeff Chase, Mini Anden, James Logan, Eddie J. Fernandez, Joshua Bridgewater, and John McConnell.   Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Maybe. It's adult content seems to hamper the quality of film. The violence can be shocking at times. Jason Statham and Ben Foster serve as a suitable team for the two mechanics working together. Know that the original Charles Bronson film, of the same name, is much better. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

KING RICHARD (Theatrical Release USA 2021)

 Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì 

King Richard—inspirational film—makes an instant move to the family home video library. WOW! This is a ‘do not miss’ movie. Nearly everything about it works. Not only does Will Smith completely develop his role well, but the casting of Aunjanue Ellis as Oracene “Brandy” Willams, Saniyya Sidney and Demi Singleton as the two sisters Venus and Serena Williams are simply a dream come true. This movie leaves a GREAT clear-down-to-the-toes good feeling. 

Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images 

Storyline 

A father works with his two daughters to help them achieve and secure a good life playing professional tennis. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Reinaldo Marcus Green for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Tim White, Trevor White, and Will Smith for making the film possible. Cast includes: Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, Demi Singleton, Tony Goldwyn, and Jon Bernthal. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. More than worth watching! Wonderful film about the importance of planning for a great life and then unrelentingly pursuing that dream. Will Smith is a good pick for this film with outstanding skill and understanding of Venus and Serena Williams’ father, Richard Williams. 

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Ben Meyers