The Hitman's Bodyguard - Official Movie Review

The Hitman's Bodyguard starring Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L. Jackson and Salma Hayek directed by Patrick Hughes is reviewed by Christy Lemire (www.ChristyLemi...), Alonso Duralde (Linoleum Knife, TheWrap) and Matt Atchity.
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The world's top protection agent (Ryan Reynolds) is called upon to guard the life of his mortal enemy, one of the world's most notorious hitmen (Samuel L. Jackson). The relentless bodyguard and manipulative assassin have been on the opposite end of the bullet for years and are thrown together for a wildly outrageous 24 hours. During their raucous and hilarious adventure from England to the Hague, they encounter high-speed car chases, outlandish boat escapades and a merciless Eastern European dictator (Gary Oldman) who is out for blood. Salma Hayek joins the mayhem as Jackson's equally notorious wife.
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[@BartvG88]

This film doesn't need a complex story. It's an action comedy with plenty of action, and plenty of comedy. It does exactly what it needs to do. "the film is too loud!" That would be something that an old couple would say. I think its fair to judge a movie on what it is intended for. IF you judge every movie as if it were an oscar worthy film, you're gonna get alot of 2's 3''s and 4's. which is not really a helpful scale. People who like action comedy movies are going to enjoy this.

[@mgobscurity]

Barackus I agree with you, I thought their ratings for this film were pretty stingy to the people that love a good action and comedy film. I personally enjoyed this movie. It deserves a seeing in my book.

[@nakkadu]

This was a funny film. No need for Jackson's character to risk his life getting to court though......could've just emailed the link and password to the evidence lol.

[@iloveboisable]

This movie made me laugh way harder than I thought it would. And I usually hate these types of movies. Go see it.

[@jmac2050]

So the movie was good, another case of reviewers tring to hard to be critical

[@Phantoma3]

Ahaha....the movie was pure shit.

[@1muzikmania]

Ryan Reynolds playing Deadpool playing Ryan Reynolds....

[@DemiRonin]

This was the best balanced review I've ever seen on WTF. Like everyone let everyone say their piece and were careful to not to step over the other. Especially Alonso @4:25

[@StrangerHappened]

The review is good, indeed, the film is horrible, and not for the reasons that film critics usually cite. *The film is just another Hollywood's StateDep/CIA/neo-lib/neocon propaganda hack job.* While Belorussian president is authoritarian, indeed, he is not big on "crimes" at all, at least comparing to the "allies" such as the kingdoms of Saudi Arabia and Qatar, Turkey, Israel and others. All Hollywood has ever done is to brainwash Americans with smear against the official "enemies list" that would make them support regime change coups and wars abroad against "bad guys". You will never see the countries I mentioned as "evil" in films even though they are the worst on the planet.

[@cjwright79]

If there's one thing Alonso is strong at, it's being fastidiously mindful about other people's feelings, and not treading on their pride. I suspect it's because he was bullied in his youth so he really appreciates the value of tact and kindness and listening to the other person instead of waiting for your turn to speak.

[@TheRamstorm]

Only saw the first red band trailer so I didn't know what the movie was about going into it, but was definitely entertained throughout the whole thing. It's a cheesy summer weekend popcorn flick; take it for what it is and enjoy the silliness.

[@mgeek1]

What snobs. I didn't go to the theatre to see Nocturnal Animals. I've already seen that film and it was great. I went to see a fun action romp and escape for two hours. Was it the best thing I've ever seen in my whole life? No, but I was satisfied. All I can say is that everyone in my showing was laughing loudly, so it worked at least on a comedic level.

[@ACsPianoCorner]

Don't agree with the panel on this one. This movie doesn't take itself to seriously and I believe people are being too harsh. This is a movie you'll find yourself enjoying if your looking for something to watch for a couple of hours, that has car chases, explosions and love interests. Perfect for streaming, worth a watch but certainly not at a cinema IMO.

[@DanteRatto]

2:23 "No shit" Yeah, that's how you got back in time.

[@knifeofdunwall]

Alonso is INCAPABLE of reviewing a film without spoiling it.

[@margaretdutton2842]

aw, come on! it was funny! what they were expecting high brow drama? cultural commentary? it was supposed to be fun. it achieved that.

[@Crushenator500]

Damn, I was really excited for this one too.

[@fomoran]

Just heard the review by 'double toasted', one hated it and the other said he laughed a lot, could they have been the critic friends?

[@nickmoney]

fomoran well considering that Double Toasted is in Austin and these are LA Critic Society then no.

[@fomoran]

i toyed with the idea of pretending i have no idea the distances involved but that would have been pointless in the extreme. let's chalk it up as brain fart and forget all about it eh...?

[@ACap34]

I'll probably go see this when my moviepass card comes in the mail. Otherwise I don't think I'd see it.

[@bigraviolees]

Reynolds is a one trick pony

[@doommuffinz5276]

The trailers were great, if they really start doing the whole "well start to get along over time even though we hate each other" thing, the movie wouldve been much better. The trailers were perfect s.s

[@mikesimonson5338]

I finally saw this movie...and it was pretty damn good. Unfortunate so many reviewers had a stick up their asses.

[@brynleyjones2674]

It would've been funnier if they did a rain man-esque kinda movie.

[@chrissyhoffhudson462]

I think if you realize it's a movie that doesn't take itself seriously, and go just for fun and over-the-top antics, then you'll like it. Don't go expecting a deep or poignant storyline. More than anything, I think it's a movie poking fun at the genre and in that, it's funny.

[@davidleary7393]

I don't even think this is worth seeing at the second run theater that's about 5 miles away from me where tickets are $2.50 and they have big recliners.

[@joesbeard]

I feel like Christie and Matt don't really care for each other.

[@KainErrow]

Let's just be real: the trailers looked great.

[@Elkins859]

Dude i haven't been on here in like two or more years and holy shit i didnt recognize matt!

[@anndrezzz4483]

Who else is excited for T2 Judgment Day In 3D 8/25/17 I Know I Am!!!!!!!

[@cavaughngrace4327]

Juanscum381 WHAT??!! I didn't even hear about it. Which theaters? All of them?

[@CarSVernon]

I'd be excited if they showed the first Terminator as well. It's better.

[@dangreeney]

Agreed... but still excited.

[@fraaijen]

this movie got great reviews in holland

[@StuWright]

lol

[@moviedude22]

OK Hold up!!!!! WHO the FLICK is that slender gentleman to the right of Alonso Duralde, that vaguely resembles a short plump film critic I used to recognize!?!

[@cjwright79]

This movie has one of the most odious posters and clunky titles ever to pollute the 21st century. I know that studio executives are not renowned for their good taste or common sense, but "The Hitman's Bodyguard"? Come on, that's just such an unwieldy mouthful, it broadcasts its inepititude and moronic conception at the very outset. And Sam Jackson, one of the most admirable and hilarious cats around, when you put him cowering in the arms of Ryan Reynolds, who I have no time for at all, all I can do is throw my hands up in disgust and walk away. Yes, I know it's apeing The Bodyguard, and no I don't give a shit, it's still a stupid concept, and The Bodyguard wasn't very good either, In The Line of Fire works much better. There's just so much wrong with this movie it's not even worth my time to unravel it any further. It's mind pollution to even contemplate. I'll just say it looks like a real heap of shit and call it a day, and I'm disappointed in Sam for saying yes I'll take the role. Keep your dignity dude, forget the paycheck, you don't need it with the amount you've earned since Pulp Fiction.

[@Ketraar]

Sam Jackson does not really care too much really, he stated various times that this is a Job. He does not bullshit it and call it art, he'll do pretty much anything if its worth his time. Its refreshing to have an actor be this straight-forward tbh and call it what it is, work. Some work happens to be shit, happens to all of us.

[@cjwright79]

Well, that's all well and good. I suspect that as a Sagittarius he mainly just likes to keep busy. Those guys feel restless and unhappy when there isn't something active to participate in at nearly every waking moment. He's also Year of the Rat, who are very focused and honed on whatever they are doing, they might not take a broad view like, 'am I going to lose self-respect if I do this dumb movie', and just be like 'I'm bored sitting at home the last three months, I'm going to sign up for this movie whether it's good or not'.

[@cjwright79]

I like seeing that Ryan Reynolds is going seriously grey now in his beard and his mane. His vapidness, his tasteless empty-calorie charisma, his utter lack of substance and shallowness of character is finally making its way to the surface for all to see. I would imagine he's a serious alcoholic to be going that grey this early. The void in his soul, the lack of engagement with reality, with higher wisdom, is something that he tries to drown with booze, and it just does not work, it just brings him closer to his grave. And that's fine with me because I never cared for him or bought his vapid schtick. He has this world-weary smarter-than attitude that he just seems incapable or unwilling to evolve out of, ever since his first movie, the middling and forgettable Van Wilder. He seems totally immune to maturity, from learning from his mistakes, or worse yet he doesn't even think he's made any mistakes. Has he actually convinced himself that he's leading a worthwhile life? It seems so starkly obvious that he is not, but hey, as long as Ryan remains a slave to money and a slave to fame, thinking that he can redeem his life while being a dancing puppet for Hollywood, it's not going to get any better.

[@underreppin]

Hey Chris, serious question... At what age did you start using meth?

[@CLA82529]

Chris Wright the irony is so strong.

[@danielfindura2569]

Chris Wright WTF

[@cjwright79]

If that's what you consider a serious question, don't bother asking me any more alright.

[@kallesaarinen7559]

hot damn!

[@StuWright]

really really, SHIT film.....for kids who dont care ........i was thinking whats this movie about too......glad I didnt watch it all.....glad the reviewers were level headed about the review.....its LAME

[@christinedonatielo966]

This guys are out of touch with the real reviews,they give spoilers,there are out of touch with the real fan of movies. I just watch few reviews and only one I like ,found a new guys doing reviews for the fans ....right on the money u reviews with frankie d. first time I watch him and I like it the way they review......very funny