This melodramatic and action-packed seventh outing for the franchise that continues to defy the odds does not disappoint at all. A change of director does no harm, and the extended life of the series affords appearances of characters old (Lucas Black from Tokyo Drift) and new (an on-form Kurt Russell). A very focussed Jason Statham makes for a formidable nemesis here, but there is much to admire from the regular team, especially the Diesel/Rodriguez relationship interactions, and the Statham vs The Rock or Jaa vs. Walker fights are worth the price of admission alone. Annoyingly, the best action gags are in the trailer, never quite matched by anything in the extended L.A.-set final showdown, but Fast & Furious 7 is nevertheless a relentlessly entertaining and well-constructed slice of action entertainment. The tribute and send-off for Paul Walker and his character are both fitting and truly touching - Diesel's final voice-over breaks down the divide between film and real life very movingly - which also serves to highlight the one ingredient that makes this franchise a cut above both others: this may be a commercial product, but it is made by a 'family' and has some genuine heart at its core both on-screen and off-screen.
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