THADD'S TOP 9 ACTION FILMS
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(ACHILLES AND HIS MYRMIDON)
#1 troy
R | 3 hours 16 minutes
While many would put a lot of other action films above this movie, I strongly disagree with them. Troy is not only the best action film that I've ever seen, it is also the greatest Greek mythology film, in my opinion, as well. Revolved around the great tales of the mighty Achilles (played by Brad Pitt) and Prince Hector, the story of how the Trojan's took over the city of Troy using the mythical "Trojan Horse" is truly entertaining. Brad Pitt was every bit of amazing in playing his roll of Achilles. His opening battle scene against "Boagrius" and later battle against Hector are probably the most intensifying fighting scenes that I've ever seen.
GRADING SCALE
ACTIONS SCENES: 10/10
ACTING: 9/10
GRAPHICS: 8/10
DIALOGUE: 8/10
TRANSITIONS: 8/10
- 90% MOVIE GRADE -
ACHILLES VS BOAGRIUS
#2 john wick
Besides the Matrix, this is by far one of the greatest action movies that Keanu Reeves has ever starred in. With intense acting and creative writing, "John Wick" has created a character so fierce that you can throw him in talk with characters like "The Joker" from The Dark Knight and "Robert McCall" from The Equalizer. If you're a junkie for hardcore action films that involve a ton of cool shooting scenes and violence, then this movie is for you! Enjoy!
GRADING SCALE
ACTION SCENES: 10/10
ACTING: 9/10
GRAPHICS: 8/10
DIALOGUE: 7/10
TRANSITIONS: 9/10
- 86% MOVIE GRADE -
TRAILER
#3 FAST AND THE FURIOUS
PG-13 | 1 hour 47 minutes
Unlike the other sequels that followed, the first and original "Fast and the Furious" had such a realistic plot that people all around were trying to upgrade their cars and race anywhere, anytime. In the new Fast and the Furious films the only cars you see them driving are the ones that the average human being cannot purchase, but in the first film cars like Honda Civics, Mitsubishi's, and Mazda's are the primary cars that get turned into racing machines; which makes it way more fun for everybody, and more real. The plot is also more relative to its title. If you want to call a movie "Fast and the Furious" this movie should probably be more about racing instead of Bank Heists and catching drug criminals. Aside from all of these points, the bottom line is that Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, and the rest of the FATF crew provide their best acting performances and scenes in this film, making it a favorite and putting it on my top of the action list. If you haven't seen it already, then I would recommend that you add it to your to do list.
GRADING SCALE
ACTION SCENES: 9/10
ACTING: 9/10
GRAPHICS: 8/10
DIALOGUE: 7/10
TRANSITIONS: 8/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE -
BRIAN VS VINCE "TUNA" SCENE
STREET RACE SCENE
(BLOOD AND BONE - COVER)
#4 BLOOD AND BONE
R | 1 hour 33 minutes
Most of you have probably never seen or even heard of this film, but if action is what you're looking for then it is for sure a must see. With an exceptional story line, "Blood and Bone" has an action packed seen with punching, flying kicks, and knockouts in almost every seen. Besides actor Michael Jai White who plays the main character "Bone", a couple of other familiar faces you'll see throughout the movie are Gina Carano, Dante Bisco and the recently deceased Kimbo Slice.
GRADING SCALE
ACTION SCENES: 10/10
ACTING: 8/10
GRAPHICS: 7/10
DIALOGUE: 8/10
TRANSITIONS: 8/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE -
OPENING SCENE OF BLOOD AND BONE
(I'M NOT FIGHTING THAT MAN)
#5 CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON (2000)
PG-13 | 2 hours
As usual Zyi Zhang was amazing in this film! Suspenseful, filled with action, and entertaining are all words that describe this film to a "T". "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" might be the most entertaining karate film I've ever seen (Pretty sure they were doing much harder stuff than karate though). The movie is based on two warriors who are in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive who runs into a physically skilled daughter of an adolescent...and trust me...SKILLED SHE IS. You wouldn't catch me cheating, texting, or even looking at another woman if she was my girl...CRAZY ASS LADY. But anyways, definitely check out this film if your ready to see an entertaining action film with a ton of fighting scenes.
GRADING SCALE
ACTION SCENES: 10/10
ACTING: 9/10
GRAPHICS: 7/10
DIALOGUE: 8/10
TRANSITIONS: 8/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE -
FIGHT SCENE
(THAT'S A BAD MAN, MANE)
#6 FEARLESS (2006)
PG-13 | 1 hour 44 minutes
As amazing as the fighting moves/scenes are in this movie, the acting is surprisingly just as good, which is impressive to me because I find the acting to usually not be as good when it comes to "full time" action films. Jet Li, who is playing the fearless spiritual guru named Huo Yaunjia, fights for his country after learning a terrible lesson about life and having an over the top ego that unfortunately causes him some serious consequences. With some of the greatest fighting scenes and camera angles that I've seen in an action film, I'm giving this a "MUST SEE" without a doubt in my mind. Kudos to the director of this film.
GRADING SCALE
ACTION SCENES: 10/10
ACTING: 9/10
GRAPHICS: 8/10
DIALOGUE: 7/10
TRANSITIONS: 7/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE -
FIGHTING SCENE
(I GUESS IT'S A "MISS" NOW)
#7 MR. & MRS. SMITH
PG-13 | 2 hours
One of the funniest actions movies I've ever seen. "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" is a brilliant film with a well thought out plot that will pretty much entertain anyone that watches it. With grade A acting from both Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, you will immediately fall in love with the both of their funny, intense, and witty characters. Another "MUST SEE" in my book.
GRADING SCALE
ACTIONS SCENES: 9/10
ACTING: 10/10
GRAPHICS: 8/10
DIALOGUE: 7/10
TRANSITIONS: 7/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE
TRAILER
(AVATAR - COVER)
#8 avatar
PG-13 | 2 hours 42 minutes
FANTASTIC FILM with one of the best artistic settings that I've ever seen on the big screen. All I have to say is WATCH THIS MOVIE!
PLOT
A paraplegic marine dispatched to the moon Pandora on a unique mission becomes torn between following his orders and protecting the world he feels is his home.
GRADING SCALE
ACTIONS SCENES: 9/10
ACTING: 9/10
GRAPHICS: 8/10
DIALOGUE: 7/10
TRANSITIONS: 8/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE
trailer
(STAR TREK BEYOND - COVER)
#9 star trek beyond
PG-13 | 2 hours 2 minutes
Terrific cast with terrific acting! This is hands down the best out of all the Star Trek films. Filled with action, creativity, and an ending that you certainly won't see coming, there is no doubt in my mind that you will love this film.
PLOT
The USS Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a new ruthless enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
GRADING SCALE
ACTIONS SCENES: 9/10
ACTING: 8/10
GRAPHICS: 10/10
DIALOGUE: 7/10
TRANSITIONS: 7/10
- 82% MOVIE GRADE