"I'm getting the bazooka!"It took me more than half the film to truly win me over - largely owing to the uneveness of tone - but by the time Kick-Ass reached its Tarantino-esque final showdown, I was completely hooked. This is a smart movie that shows just how much Vaughn has grown in confidence as a director, and he marshals a surprisingly effective cast very well indeed. Kick-Ass is undoubtedly a love-letter not only to superhero fans but also about them, and this clever conceit translates very well between comic and film forms. The wonderful nods to the genre range from the obvious (Spiderman's first building-jumping scene) to the almost surreal (Nicolas Cage channeling Adam West's old-style Batman verbal delivery), but by making the film's world almost realistic, Kick-Ass reflects and entertains in equal measures. Hit Girl is undoubtedly one of the most memorable creations of recent times, but this should not be allowed to overshadow the immensely appealing work done by Aaron Johnson in the title role which holds the film together. The set-up for the sequel is clear - here's hoping.
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Hello Mr P!
Here's me checking out your blog (Very nice indeed i must say) and thought my first comment should be on the most recent film i have seen!
I have to say i agree with your comment about the film taking some time to hook me. At first i was quite worried that the film would become tedious and uninteresting however as soon as Hit girl and Bid Daddy arrived, i knew things would change for the better ( As i said to you, bizarre for that to happen after cage apperars!)
I personally found the sound track very apt and felt that it went ith the flow and feel of the film very well.
Also, i think there are some of the best one liners in this film i have heard in a long time!
"Don't worry Sir, Everything is under control..."
" Under control!!! You're grabbing a Bazooka you dumb ass!! "
..Instant classic!
Also as you said there is definately a set up for a sequal which i personally think would be amazing!
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