Drinker's Extra Shots - Bullet Train

[@logicerrormusic]

The freaking water bottle had more character depth than any phase 4 new hero

[@ndl6827]

Thank you. My daughter and I were saying the same thing when we watched this!

[@PDTeter]

"that bottle of water was 10 quid" theyre trying to kill each other and the guys was mad about how expensive the water was lmao

[@rmhartman]

even the Diesel sticker had depth

[@theDirtMan69420]

Twenty quid for that bottle

[@Micah_4D]

@@PDTeter Not that one, the one Lemon was drinking. It literally gets a title card and history montage.

[@alexisk360]

Perfect example of a diverse cast that exists naturally without pushing a monetized message

[@parzavaal5335]

I didn't even notice that-

[@somedude5951]

Unlikely. The anti-Russian propaganda in the story, is an obvious effort to manipulate.

[@theglitchcounter264]

@@parzavaal5335 I love that not noticing is the entire point. Amazing

[@comradesam3382]

@@parzavaal5335 as it should be, honestly didnt even occur to me

[@TheEFedsAreComin]

i mean they die anyway woops

[@jawalczak]

I love how they built characters and told their backstory just to kill them within next few minutes.

[@Bluewah96]

More character development than Ray ever got

[@karthiksudhirkaimalk7825]

@@Bluewah96 we are referring to Rey palapatine right?

[@bighands69]

Characters do not have to have a backstory to be interesting. What is needed is to be interesting and entertaining. Bland plastic characters do not resonated with people.

[@occultnightingale1106]

@@bighands69 a good way to make characters not-bland and plastic is to give them a fleshed out backstory to establish key character traits and motives.

[@jawalczak]

@@bighands69 Of course they don't, but when you're introduced to a character with a flashback of their life and explanation of what they've gone through etc, you expect them to be on the screen for a while, not die in the next scene.

[@neosho3953]

Lemon's love of Thomas the Tankengine is equal parts adorable, badass, and dorky. It was just so refreshing to have a character be defined by something other than their gender or ethnicity.

[@cokemaster3710]

nah it’s just decent joke stretched out way to long for no reason other than “cause it seems cool” when it just gave me a headache after the first 5 times they brought it up

[@neosho3953]

@@cokemaster3710 That's exactly what a Diesel would say.

[@Mizzraim]

@@neosho3953 lmaoo

[@juuchanIRL]

thats how the 90s used to do it. everyone loved spawn, MIB, blade, the nutty professor etc.

[@snakedogman]

Having a character defined by a single tortured and overused joke isn't much better tbh.

[@humantiger72]

The writing was top notch, expecting the audience to get it. I loved how Ladybug kept saying his luck was terrible and in the next moment something terrible narrowly misses him.

[@JohnSmith-yd5wq]

To get it? There wasn't anything to get. The movie was straight forward.

[@keYserSOze2008]

I guess us who didn't "get it" aren't at your level... 😬

[@Snuffsaid2007]

"You never know what worse luck your bad luck has saved you from." - Cormac McCarthy

[@nurgleschosen8145]

@@JohnSmith-yd5wq here's an example. There's a scene where Lemon tells Tangerine to wear a vest, but tangerine tells him that the vest won't protect his neck. Tangerine gets shot in the abdomen but survives since he does end up wearing a vest while Lemon gets shot in the neck and bleeds out, even though he had no vest on. That's one of the "get it" moment.

[@rockargen9591]

@@nurgleschosen8145 i think it was the other way around.

[@dragonkyng]

I genuinely want a Lemon and Tangerine prequel from all of this. They were the runaway stars of this thing

[@DUKEzors]

You seem like a Gordon.

[@markzuckergecko621]

That could actually be really good. And Ladybug could pop up as a random throw away character, you got the feel there was more to his story too, like some specific event catalyzed his whole existential crisis he's going through in the movie.

[@markzuckergecko621]

Lmao, it would be hilarious if Lemon and Tangerine somehow accidentally sent him into a downward spiral that led to his crisis, like they were commissioned on the same or similar assignment, and somehow without even interacting with each other their actions led to an entire shit storm that left Ladybug traumatized🤣🤣🤣

[@kaelkirkby9191]

@@markzuckergecko621 Spoiler for Nanao's (Ladybug's) backstory: I recommend reading the original book, it's really good. He was kidnapped at a young age because he was wearing his rich friends backpack and was held for ransom to the rich kids parents who blew it off because they still had their kid. The kidnappers then ransomed Nanao to his actual parents who are dirt poor and can't pay so Nanao had to escape on his own and succeeded and from there it has been an ever growing streak of bad luck.

[@frankopanklaric]

No. No more "cinematic universe" garbage please. Just tell good stories.

[@tubey84]

What's notable about this is it has a very diverse cast but it isn't force-fed down your throat - it feels completely organic.

[@AndrewThoesen]

I mean Parasite was explicitly anti-capitalist and general audiences, film aficionados, and rich out of touch liberals all loved it. Because when you actually have competent, focused writing you’ll be amazed how enjoyable it is even if it’s against your political sensibilities.

[@nadagainagain4987]

That's called decent writing.

[@laurarules3642]

As a massive movie fan and a leading authority on cinema who's recently stopped watching most movies and series because I can't tolerate woke/radical feminism anymore. I personally enjoyed it but it could've done without the two obnoxious female hit women. I'm so jaded that anytime I see a woman appear in a movie these days I'm like HERE WE GO, here comes the smug, spiteful, unlikable and extremely misandrist STRONG women to ruin the fun. I understand they have to force them into everything and they weren't actually that bad in this but they left a bitter taste for most people and put people on edge that at any second we would get woke misery . Of course the younger one was the smartest, bestest and greatest and outsmarted all the men with a smug look of hateful obnoxious spite on her face as per usual but I could just about tolerate it. I watched the original Top Gun in 3D last night and I was shocked I could actually relax and just enjoy the story without THE MESSAGE being forced upon me. I have been so conditioned by Hollywood movies that at certain parts in the movie I was like HERE WE GO but then NOTHING happened it was just a fun film

[@jamesthomas9619]

What a concept, when it's done naturally and you don't make it the only selling point of your product, noone really has any problem with diversity lmao

[@NaSeNS]

I mean, does anyone really have a problem with diversity in movies/sets when they are believable and make sense? But when they start to add every race possible in an Eastern European medieval setting and I say that it ruins immersion, im called a racist. I really dont get it.. dont people see how disingenuous all of this shit is?

[@theAlphatron]

Bullet Train felt like a live action Anime. It was a blast to watch with great character setups and payoffs. As usual Critical Drinker, you are right on point.

[@osmanyousif7849]

Because it WAS based off one.

[@thant0s]

Rare example of a studio actually doing the material justice. It may be a bit of a genre grift, but hell with it, if Hollywood ends up shifting from big budget super hero movies to live action manga/anime adaptations that are actually taken seriously, they could do much worse.

[@wifegrant]

Feels like how a real live action Cowboy Bebop should have been.

[@janosd4nuke]

@@osmanyousif7849 not exactly. It was based on a Japanese novel. On an older review I went into details why adapting from a non-visual medium and a bit under the radar IP may have helped them escape the typical pitfalls of Hollywood live-action anime. And a talented crew with real passion also goes a long way. One thing I disagree with Drinker is the 'turn your brain off' part. Yyyup the plot and the physics of the action makes no sense and doesn't try to. However untying the connections between the characters and trying to be a step ahead of the plot is great and engaging fun. Besides the character motivations and philosophies are great stuff. Not exceptionally deep but great conversation starter for a deeper talk with friends after the movie. So kitchen-philosophy context with over the top shenanigans, classic japanese goodness.

[@87Magneto]

I completely agree.

[@apalesch1]

You forgot to mention how this movie contains Chekhov's entire freakin’ armoury. It was brilliant.

[@marcodragneel8035]

I'd say chekov became a general after this movie haha

[@stingingcashew2321]

The theme of how fate, luck, and coincidence are all intertwined with each other was perfectly portrayed in this movie. 10/10

[@martinwalton9307]

I'm liking the Aaron Taylor-Johnson for Bond rumours, the dude is the right age, has a bit of swagger and can pull of a suit.

[@markzuckergecko621]

Scott Adkins! He may not be the best actor in the traditional sense, but he's gotten way better over the years. And he would be the best action oriented Bond by far, the martial arts scenes would be absurdly awesome.

[@u.a1952]

ATJ fucking rocks!

[@Thrawn23.]

And now he is Kraven

[@jamescarr1265]

Agreed, he has the looks and acting ability to pull it off.

[@CuT7yFlaM]

I was really surprised by this movie. It's funny, simple, and well done. It's good fun for a 2 hours, nothing more, nothing less.

[@IuliusPsicofactum]

Ditto

[@SumDumGy]

I guess you didn’t watch the trailers. It is exactly what they represented the film to be. There shouldn’t have been any surprise otherwise.

[@CuT7yFlaM]

@@SumDumGy I didn't indeed, I've stopped a while back.

[@1Dreamking]

@@SumDumGy I avoid trailers like the plague since I see them as pure spoilers. So many trailers have ruined all surprises and plot twists so watching the movie was just waste of time so... I stopped. And watching movies got a lot better after that. Unfortunately it is imposdible to avoid all information that ruins movies if known beforehand but at least I try.

[@JustANyanCat]

@@SumDumGy I don't watch trailers anymore because they easily spoil the whole movie

[@justinhackstadt6677]

The last 20 minutes of this movie was such a blast. What a perfect score to a fight montage I've seen in a while. Definitely a 9/10 movie!

[@tRav285]

youre psychotic!!

[@Thrawn23.]

Yea it was fun. Especially when both the male and female characters all had character. Even the ones who just had a few minutes of screen time

[@christianalexander579]

This movie sucks no character development at all

[@Thrawn23.]

@@christianalexander579 not every movie is gonna have character development. You should watch more movies

[@mrmxyzptlk8906]

@@Thrawn23.nah, every movie should be an overly complex character study!! Or it sucks!!!

[@Drakenrahll]

This was one of the best movies Ive seen in a long time. The concept of Chekov's Gun is perfectly demonstrated in this movie over and over again. Everything that is set up has a pay off. With the exception of some action sequences that are unbelievable and only work because of the borderline cmapiness of the movie, this is a near perfect movie for me. Oh, it's not going to win any awards, or nominations, but that doesn't mean it doesn't end up in my top ten movies of the last few years.

[@parzavaal5335]

I'd say it deserves an award...

[@mihirsabnis7240]

Why do people want real physics in everything, its a fun action comedy movie, just have fun watching it, everything doesn't have to be realistic and gritty.

[@Drakenrahll]

@@mihirsabnis7240 I dont need everything to have realistic physics. I love Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon. But that's a wushu movie wire-fu and crazy physics are totally okay there. When a movie tries to actually take place in the real world though, I do expect some adherence to the physics of the real world. Note: I said "SOME". Also note: I said the unbelievable action sequences still worked for me. Now, take Pacific Rim, when the mech is punching the kaiju and that doesnt hurt it with it's titanium fist, but it using a flimsy steel shipping container as a pair of brass knuckles does... yeah that annoys me.

[@markzuckergecko621]

I enjoyed Bullet Train. They didn't reinvent the wheel, but that's fine, it's a pretty formulaic action/comedy, it has intriguing characters, there's some genuinely shocking "holy shit, that really happened" moments, it was a lot funnier than I expected. Not the greatest thing ever, but beat the hell out of the majority of uninspired nonsense Hollywood sharts out these days.

[@gurigura4457]

Wasn't the greatest movie ever made, but it was satisfying seeing the child get run over at the end.

[@markzuckergecko621]

@@gurigura4457 yea, the dude that was obsessed with the Train show was hilarious too, that was pretty good character development, to get you to genuinely like a character that's also a murderous assassin.

[@thomasbrown4626]

Didn't reinvent the wheel, just remembered what a wheel is.

[@williammortensen9170]

@@markzuckergecko621 That scene between the twins after Tangerine died was genuinely sad, been awhile since Hollywood could genuinely pull that off.

[@jormungandr4690]

The most impressive thing about this movie is how they can string a story line a concept and a joke through out the whole movie, without it being overused and boring.

[@portall1220]

This is one of those "burger and beer" movies, and I love it. Some great shots, ridiculous but well-executed premise, brought together by enjoyable acting and witty humor of a solid cast that turned out perfect for this kind of flick. Doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it doesn't have to. No bullcrap agenda and political lessons pushed down the throat, just pure entertainment that knows what class it's in. I was honestly surprised at how much fun I had. I miss the times where movies like this weren't a rarity comparable to a diamond found in a huge dinosaur-sized pile of sh*t.

[@gfbs7004]

And it’s a good thing.. we need “burgers & beer” movies as an escape from reality.. too many ppl want the award winning dark films or tear jerker awarded films.. life is heavy as it is.. need some entertainment and fun

[@Shroudnight]

Do you have any "burger and beer" movie recommendations?

[@Thrawn23.]

​@@ShroudnightTransformers

[@TheBetterManInBlack]

One of the few comedies I've seen in awhile that actually had me laughing out loud.

[@easyegg9760]

We really need more movies like this. Just a fun story with interesting characters. Also, this is a great example that just because a film has a diverse cast, does not mean it’s “woke.”

[@tractordamage5272]

Borderline Personality Disorder (mentioned in the film) and Narcissist Personality Disorder are also the real reasons for the bad 'Woke' Hollywood movies, which promotes Female Narcissists. It's the primary disorder of 'Woke' Female Narcissists essentially....from Meghan Markle to Jada Pinkett. Whoever wrote this is well aware of the 'Woke Mind Virus', and the narcissist mindset which links all Woke elements. The Guardian has been called 'Narcissist Central', in Psychology, for over 30 years. The message is very clever. These movie makers know the 'definition' of Woke, is Narcissism.

[@samipersun9995]

This movie is the master class in setup and pay off. So many intricate details all masterfully interwoven together that add up greatly to over the top cheeziness and pure, unadulterated fun action. Loved every minute of. Pacing is top notch too, they let it breath when needs be. This most definitely will leave lasting impression on me as one of the best executed movies I've watched

[@johncasamassa2840]

I actually watched this for the first time over the holidays, at my brother's recommendation, and found it to be a lot of fun. Lemon and Tangerine are a big part of what makes this movie work. The quirky, funny dialogue, spit out at about 30 words a second was very entertaining The fact that the movie only gives you enough answers to keep you interested rather than just dumping the entire plot in your lap in the first 10 minutes is another huge bonus.

[@chrismead1464]

I was going to add my two cents, but you nailed it for me, for more intelligently written than I would have done.

[@writerpatrick]

It also waited until many characters were important to introduce them, and didn't throw them in at the start and expect you to remember them.

[@KennethThaarup]

I've watched Bullet Train three times already, not just because it's much better than all the garbage that's come out, but because it's just so much fun. It's exceptionally well written and acted. Every single dialogue is entertaining, and every scene both manages to entertain with humour or action and build the world or characters up while at the same time connecting every character to the plot. There's not a dull moment, and even the over-the-top scenes are a joy to watch. I highly recommend this movie.

[@markolenickjr.7431]

I've also watched it a few times with family, every time we notice something new, like how every time we cut back to the hospitalized son, we see the same nurse pass by the guy watching the kid, which was the same nurse that kills the dude later.

[@playtime5234]

It's really good

[@prowelshman]

I've seen it a total of seven times, three times in theaters and four on streaming. contrary to the drinker saying it's a fun disposable action flick, I find it really rewatchable. it just clicked for me, and I absolutely love this movie

[@Chelsea-zt4rk]

I watched Bullet Train on a whim. I was visiting family for the holidays, I was sick as a dog with the flu, and we were looking for something to watch - me, my husband, and my mom and dad. It ended up being the perfect movie to watch together, didn’t have to think too hard and a genre with a familiar cast that could entertain a diverse audience. We certainly need more movies like this

[@DiggitySlice]

You don't have to think too much but you _do_ have to pay attention

[@m.cliffordswittsendproduct2380]

Bullet Train was such a fun movie! Lots of dark humor and really well written, acted and put together! I love this movie!

[@MAGAMAN]

No, it just feels that way compared to all the crap that has been coming out.

[@ysbrandd]

@@MAGAMAN maybe but it'd still need praising cause it sticks head amd shoulders above the crappy films, so its amazing in comparison to the current film landscape.

[@therookie5714]

@@MAGAMAN it’s actually pretty good even compared to non woke stuff.

[@Chadius_Thundercock]

I genuinely think this is my favorite movie of all time. It’s like my Skyrim of movies. I come back to watch it every couple months, and still enjoy every second

[@christianalexander579]

Of all time 😂😂😂

[@taserface9073]

I had a blast watching this movie. It made me miss the 90’s and early 00’s Hollywood even more.

[@kevinintheusa8984]

I watched this with my son and we both loved it. Pitt was great and I loved all of the various characters quite a bit. It was a fast, fun, and enjoyable romp. I would watch something from these guys again and again.

[@jobtiesinga7807]

I love how the female killer didn't have unrealistic fysical strength or was somehow the most effective, she used creative tacticts to get what she wanted and was ruthless without needing the need of anything extra.

[@xiondFirst]

I say Bullet Train was the hidden gem of 2022. It was good and enjoyable. I enjoyed the water bottle storyline lmao.

[@genkibob]

A fun movie based on a Japanese novel of the same name. The movie plot changed a lot of character and plot elements of course, but kept enough of the source material to still be recognizable. And as Japan was locked down due to the virus of unknown origin at the time of filming, it ended up being mostly filmed in Culver City. But still was warmly received when it debuted in Japan.

[@twyx6928]

I loved how the movie handled the story-relevant objects in a way, where you could follow where they are well enough to keep you guessing as to whether the objects would influence what's happening.

[@williammortensen9170]

The water bottle

[@BillPeschel]

Agreed. And one of the in-depth bios was for a character who barely lasted a few minutes in the movie, but whose story's important because of the connections made there.

[@fatty7780]

Bullet Train was so refreshing! Wasn’t expecting such a great film with such a variety of flavours including Guy Richie, Tarantino and hints of David Fischer. Loved it!

[@Daemonarch2k6]

It seems like an real fun-movie like shoot em' up or crank

[@himynameis3664]

I was expecting another "meh" kinda movie. Something that seems good just because we've been exposed to so much shit. Was really surprised and overjoyed to actually see it turn out to be a genuinely good movie. Fun and action packed

[@mathewweichel1050]

I had completely discredited this movie based on the trailer, but gave it a shot after this review and I absolutely loved this film. Everything Drinker said is what you get. I had a number of laugh out loud moments that required pausing the movie. There we so many unexpected moments that would come out of nowhere to shake up the plot that I was totally satisfied watching all the subplots unravel. Lots of unexpected twists. This movie was just flat out fun, well acted and incredibly written. All the various characters get a good amount of screentime and development that you feel a little saddened when they bow out of the film.

[@05Rudey]

Brad Pitt has always been one of my favourite actors, from his humble beginnings in True Romance and Kalifornia and at least 20 movies onwards. And damn. him and Tom Cruise proving that 60 isn't as old as it used to be. Especially when Michael Shannon is 12 years younger and looks 12 years older.

[@matthewvanrensburg3824]

Brad Pitt ad Tom Cruise 'saving' being 60? Arnold and Sly would like to have a word😂

[@05Rudey]

@@matthewvanrensburg3824 For sure, Arnold and Sly looked fantastic at 60, way better than I would. But as young as Tom on a good day can still pass as early 40's? Not even close.

[@evolve991]

60 can be old as dirt and return of the teens both,believe me. Pitt still moved like his Fight Club years so defnitly don't fckn condescend him 😆

[@Kernwadi]

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[@culturecanvas777]

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[@stillcantbesilencedevennow]

THE CCP HOPES YOU ALL REALIZE THIS POSTER HAS *NOT* BEEN SENT TO A RE-EDUCATION CAMP. CARRY ON WITH YOUR SHALLOW LIVES, GUAI-LO. 😆

[@brianyule1289]

Xi Jinping has an admirable conviction to combat misinformation.

[@John-Doe-Yo]

Wut

[@andyf3269]

Daily reminder from the Nobel CCP: Winnie The Pooh never happened

[@Lady-Drifter]

I sat down to watch this, I was grinning and laughing and said "oh my gawd" an awful lot :) 2 hours of over the top entertainment, loved it. This movie did exactly what it intended to do ... entertain the audience ...

[@DeadLikeMeJ]

I thought exactly the same, it reminded me of the 'old days', movies that took themselves lightly and had fun with concepts and balanced things just to be comic or relatable in the right amount. Tangerine and lemon's relationship was sweet and with Brad carrying taking the main role connecting all the actors and pieces things had tied up damn well. This movie reminded me a lot of Smokin' Aces (don't know if Drinker had seen this one, would have expected him to make this connection).

[@CMCAdvanced]

yeah, and it has everyone's favorite actor, Jeremy Piven in it!

[@burnttoast26]

It's also one of those movies where you can watch it a second time and catch little things that end up important later. Fantastic movie that came out of nowhere.

[@jotun.616]

Ya know, now that i think about it. This is the first movie ive seen in a long time where that i can remember being sad at side character deaths. Thats a great thing for the creators to have accomplished.

[@crisiscoreffv2]

Watched it on Netflix expecting nothing, came out of it having so much fun! Bullet Train's cast are very talented

[@adamabbas1487]

You had me at lock, stock and two smoking barrels. I have to watch this movie.

[@Dinosreviews]

Glad this film is getting more recognition. I’ve been telling people how good this is since I saw it in the cinema.

[@ninjaskeleton6140]

Probably because it’s been overshadowed by Top Gun Maverick’s huge success

[@jarman365]

I didnt even know it was released theatrically, I saw it on a plane!

[@bruisedhelmet8819]

Missed in in the theater but caught it on netflix and glad I did, continue to spread the good word.

[@bradhaines3142]

which streaming service is it on?

[@bruisedhelmet8819]

@@bradhaines3142 Netflix. But in the US, not sure other countries.

[@Comrade_Alpaca]

I can't stop watching this movie

[@JoeDaeHimself]

Even the soundtrack is amazing, blowing Bubbles done in 3 versions and the "el Lobo" theme is well done. Rewatchable.

[@GTSE2005]

This was by far the most fun movie that I watched in 2022. And I still can't stop laughing at the water bottle scene, definitely the best character in the film alongside Lemon and Tangerine

[@Eidolon1andOnly]

Agreed. Love the water bottle's back story.

[@Johnnyupside]

They really didn't have to kill Tangerine btw otherwise great movie

[@markzuckergecko621]

Lemon was awesome, it's pretty great how they were able to make you genuinely like a character that's a cold blooded killer. But he's a cold blooded killer with *heart* 🤣

[@lola-to9om]

@@Eidolon1andOnly it was really stupid but brilliant at the same time love tangerine but lemon was meh

[@Iron-Bridge]

Just saw it a few hours ago. Absolutely the best recent film I've seen. So much fun. 👍👏.

[@scottdassler3964]

This was one of my faves of 2022! Even my aunt who usually doesn't like action films liked it.

[@despurvoa3]

You had me at, “Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels,…”

[@mrmxyzptlk8906]

Brad Pitt always proves why he’s one of the greatest actors in film.

[@TexasBulldog74]

Gotta love Hiroyuki Sanada... dude's a badass and always entertaining because he's believable as a warrior. I just watched this over Christmas and didn't originally watch because hollywood is garbage now but i was surprised how good it was.

[@rudedude1686]

Check out some of Hiroyuki's old films, from the 80's, like Shogun's Ninja and others, he's always been excellent martial artist and as an actor he aged like wine, always pleasure to watch him.

[@beckerqueiroz]

My wife and I LOVED this movie. We went back to the movies to watch it a second time, it was just that much fun. Great choice of soundtrack, too. Probably the most fun I had in cinemas in 2022.

[@sharkdentures3247]

"Gentlemen? We got ourselves a movie!" - God, I love those "roleplay descriptions" Drinker does of behind-the-scenes Hollywood meetings & the like! So funny!

[@donspafford414]

This movie reminded me of Smokin Aces, the first one, not the abortion of the sequel. Also, you should review Smokin Aces, that movie DESERVES more praise. I think you’d love it, Drinker.

[@donspafford414]

Yay! Someone else liked Smokin Aces! Hi friend!

[@bkatbamna]

I watched this on a 15 hour flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi and really enjoyed it. The two brother assassins were great.

[@RSG_TheMonster]

I think 87North Productions has done a great job in making some really awesome action films like John Wick, Nobody and Bullet Train!!! Even their recent release, Violent Night, was pretty good!!!

[@n1harYT]

bullet train was the reason I could make up my mind to watch VIOLENT NIGHT

[@doublep1980]

Day Shift was another pretty fun movie from them, that came out this year. Jamie Foxx as blue collar vampire hunter was great.

[@joeherrera8826]

I'll say the the fight scenes action and comedy on some of the movie are really entertaining.

[@doublep1980]

@@joeherrera8826 Remember, this is made by the people who made The Matrix Trilogy & the John Wick franchise, among a ton of other things. Director David Leitch used to be Brad Pitt's stunt double.

[@markzuckergecko621]

Violent Night is freaking awesome, I've seen it twice now. One of my favorite films of the year, it's like Home Alone meets Die Hard, with the violence cranked up to 11.

[@Handstyles]

We had a blast with this one! It shows early on that it doesnt take itself too seriously but then surprises especially with the character work and their relationships. I loved Lemon & Tangerine. They chew lots of scenery in a great way. The hand to hand combat scenes are engaging and the bigger over the top action fits perfectly with the rest of the movie. Also it has a positive emotional element to it which I really appreciated! I'd love to see a Lemon & Tangerine movie :)

[@kaminarinoyouni2311]

Love this movie. Simple, exciting. Funny. Great ambience!

[@Genethagenius]

OMG!!! One of the BEST films of last year and one of my favorite Brad Pitt roles!!!

[@VPT2]

I'm impressed you watched this, damn near everyone ignored it when it came out. It was a very fun movie to watch, saw it with my dad and we had a great time.

[@CloneTrooper-yz2ov]

Anything that is mediocre and higher, is now a masterpiece for 2022.

[@fr0ck360]

Gotta thank Disney and Hollywood for making that happen

[@stillcantbesilencedevennow]

Agreed. It's all dreck. We don't get "Tombstone" anymore, we get ... This. Blah.

[@OmDahake]

It's 2023

[@occultnightingale1106]

@@OmDahake Bullet Train came out in 2022

[@runklestiltskin_2407]

The bar is low Low,low,low, low, low,low,low.

[@spid3rfant0ny]

I was smiling during the whole movie! Thanks for reviewing this piece of gold.

[@finnmurphyfilms]

delighted I chose to watch this instead of waiting outside the cinema for my parents a few months back, such a well crafted movie

[@izaakdamon1979]

It was the only movie I saw in 2022, no regrets tho one of the few times I came not disappointed

[@Dominus4776]

I adore this movie. All the little twists and character development. It reminded me of a Tarantino movie

[@findJLF]

I saw it at the movies when it came out. A very satisfying movie. Nailed it again, Drinker

[@mattmozgiel2111]

It's basically the new Con Air. Which we really needed these days. A big fun cartoon action movie, but with a decent amount of thought put into it, over the top, but cause and effect sequence of events.

[@andreakatz6109]

Finally Drinker did a vid on this film, easily my second fav after top gun.

[@bakafish2942]

This has been one of the best “just fun” movies I have seen in a while, throughly enjoyed it.

[@somedude5951]

Calling NATO's anti-Russian propaganda "just fun" 🤡

[@alurfest5441]

what ​@@somedude5951

[@Mikhael366]

The book tells a great story and the movie tells an enjoyable story. A true but rare double threat in the entertainment industry. The movie definitely left an impression on me.

[@korturas9084]

I enjoyed this film so much I've watched it three times. Twice at the cinema and once at home. Lightweight and entertaining. Happily recommended.

[@fahadhossain5705]

Thank you for talking about this Drinker, it was such a fun movie and I was really disappointed that no one really talked about it

[@StevieGOvO]

The Fiji water bottle had a better character arc and development then anything in MCU phase bore, Disney+ Marvel shows and Disney Star Wars combined

[@joshjones9749]

This movie was like a throwback to 2005-2010 when we got a whole bunch of one off, fun and wacky action movies with slight tarantinoesque vibes. Movies like Smoking aces and shoot em up.

[@martinsevera7276]

watched on a flight, did not expect much but it might have been the best movie of 2022

[@RiskOfBaer]

Just watched the movie, upon your recommendation. It was the most fun I had watching a movie in a very long time! I got a lot of Kill Bill vibes from it in terms of how it seamlessly blends action, violence and comedy. The movie clearly isn't trying to take itself seriously, it's pure entertainment for the sake of entertainment. And I loved every minute of it. We REALLY need more of these!

[@chastion3689]

The sequel needs more scenes where a grief stricken character holds a dead loved one while screaming at the sky. What a fun movie. And Aaron was just fantastic.

[@christianalexander579]

This movie doesn't need a sequel

[@SlappyMcSlappster]

Smoking aces on a train. I loved this movie

[@JinxedJeff]

Aaron Taylor-Johnson friggin crushed it in this movie

[@arrond5745]

This was probably my favorite movie of 2022. Finally something different with no message just fun

[@nr63kish]

I mean, it's just a fun movie. I've probably watched it a half dozen times now, and it still hasn't gotten old. You have genuine emotions like when each brother thought the other was dead, and the soundtrack. The soundtrack was PERFECT.

[@marveltoyguys6311]

I watched this a few weeks ago. I enjoyed it. Much better than anything that’s been coming out the last few years

[@markzuckergecko621]

Isn't it sad how low our bar is? We're all like "yes, this movie doesn't suck!!! Party everyone!!!!!"

[@Helixium08]

That seems like a massive exaggeration lol. Really, anything? Lol. If you only focus on MCU movies and some of the major blockbusters, then maaaaybe, but there have been many other movies and shows in the past few years that have come out that have been great. Expand your scope.

[@markzuckergecko621]

@@Helixium08 not that many though. How many times have you rewatched a movie from the 90s or early 2000s more recently and thought "oh yea, this movie was pretty kickass. I totally forgot about it."? Probably pretty often, because there were so many great movies coming out in that era, that a lot of them kinda just got forgotten. I don't think the same is going to be said for this era, looking back in retrospect. The good movies are fewer and further between.

[@cokemaster3710]

@@markzuckergecko621i mean yeah you’re going to be nostalgic for movies that came out when you were a child/young adult. The rose tinted glasses for 90s and 00s movies is hilarious because hollywoods always been putting out dogshit movies, its just no one remembers 90% of what came out during that time. example: for every pulp fiction you got 50 shitty ripoffs

[@markzuckergecko621]

@@cokemaster3710 hard disagree on that, the late 90s and early 2000s were a genuinely great era for movies. I get what you're saying, and maybe nostalgia plays some role, but I don't feel the same about the 80s to early 90s, and there were definitely some great movies from that era too, but there's also a lot that I have that nostalgic connection to, and rewatch later on and think uh-oh, this is actually kinda shit. And that's fine, the nostalgia still exists. But I can separate the 2 things, just because a movie reminds me of another time in my life doesn't mean it's good.

[@Garthydude12]

I watched this at the cinema and it was brilliant! The way they used the snake was hilarious, genius and unnerving all at the same time. Excellent writing 👍

[@markzuckergecko621]

It looked nothing like a real boomslang, but I'm not gonna split hairs over that, it's not like they could use the real deal in a safe way, and CGI may have been even worse. Just my inner nerd coming out

[@nickporter9264]

@@markzuckergecko621 I'm curious, what kind of snake did they use for filming?

[@90s-p6w]

I loved this film...great fun

[@thedungeondelver]

Bullet Train was one of my favorite movies of 2022. Probably my completely favorite movie of 2022!

[@Bia-mp6mi]

It may not be a movie you'll think too deep about but it's certanly one you'll sneak a peak every time it's on TV. Best entertainment me and dad had in the movies in a long time.

[@blackfox1320]

I didn't expect this film to be that good, but man, this one is pure entertainment. All around an excellent movie.

[@TimmsyTFG]

Brad Pitt is doing pretty amazing as a comedic action hero now, lost city he was also hilarious

[@bombomos]

He is really good and his timing is perfect

[@CMCAdvanced]

watch burn before reading, brad pitts best role

[@Chris-bx4vk]

I loved this movie. Ppl aren't giving it enough credit. Simply entertaining.

[@Ryphel]

I saw this movie in cinema with zero expectation and I enjoyed it all the way through. We need more movie like this in 2023

[@DiggitySlice]

I have to disagree, this movie is perfectly capable of leaving a deep impression on you. The writing, the setup and payoffs, the humor, the style, and the music elevate this above a forgettable action movie. I never thought I'd get goosebumps from seeing a cartoon train sticker on someone.

[@RagnarokArisen]

Went to see this in theaters as a "I'm bored, lets do something tonight" movie, and walked out thinking damn, that was actually really enjoyable, way better than it had any right to be lol.

[@n.matosproductions5629]

I saw this film three times in the theater because it was so good + got the DVD when it was released & was very funny, also this film reminds me of Silver Streak (1976) that does have similar elements, an action comedy set on a train, dark satire in a funny way, & the ending goes off the rails... literary!

[@tomlevier3615]

Good call Drinker. I had been ignoring Bullet Train on my Netflix for some time now, but I finally punched it up at your recommendation, and I’m glad I did. A fun movie with a great cast and script.

[@kevinathans4191]

My wife and I were ignoring it as well. The name of the movie and description were really off-putting. I Finally watched it by myself one night and was pleasantly surprised. I pulled it up for my wife to watch and she was reluctant, but afterwards she said it was way better than she expected. One of our favorite movies go watch together is Mr. Right and this movie is the same type of movie. Just some action and comedy that you don't need to overthink.

[@raja.m.wajahat]

it is rewtchable . i have seen it 25 + times already

[@Emppu_T.]

I think this was one of the best movies of 22, even one of the best in a few years. It was fresh

[@ebayer1980]

Watched it year ago in theater and liked it. Now I watched again on TV and loved it! This movie really growed on me second time.

[@hermeticinstrumentalist6804]

Watched this movie today, was absolutely fun. Gives me some hope, which is sorely lacking these days in media, at least the stuff that I've been aware of.

[@DyrewulfNV]

I burst out laughing every time one of them passed the anime character and punched it in the head with a *SQUEAK!*

[@VexJinks]

The sets were colorful, the cinematography dynamic, the dialogue sharp, the action sequences creative, and the mystery compelling. However, I couldn't help but feel disappointed when the last third of the movie turned into action schlock, forgoing the clever twists it had earlier. What could have been a 10/10 ended up being more of an 8/10 by the end. Solid film all the same.

[@kalicom2937]

It was probably my favourite movie of 2022. Really liked it.

[@chaichannarong6180]

I was on the plane and needed something to watch on my 12hr flight and about 3 films later I came across Bullet train and was blown away by how good it actually was and to think I wasn't excited or even cared about it when it first dropped was a mistake, I wish I saw this at the cinema.

[@CrazeyHaze]

The dialogue was my favorite part. Didn't feel forced, but still had weight to it.