Review of Kick-Ass (2010) by Christopher H — 21 Aug 2013

"Kick Ass" is one of the best adaptations of a graphic novel to date. The heroes are extraordinary while the villains are perfectly evil. Nicolas Cage shows a side of himself rarely seen while Mark Strong plays to his attributes as the villain for the third time this year ("Sherlock Holmes" and "Robin Hood").

"Kick Ass" is not just a beat 'em up action flick. The film supplies a deeper meaning and wears its heart on its sleeve. One would be pressed to truly find a deep flaw in the film as a whole.

Chloe Moretz is the star of the show as Mindy McCready/Hit Girl, who delivers every vulgar line and blood splattering knife swing with a maturity that is haunting, begging the question how any 12 year old's parents allow them in a violent film like this, but allows for the funniest moments of the film.

The suspense of the film works effectively and you feel for the characters at there darkest moments. The story derives true emotion, which is what filmmakers truly aim for: making their audience feel a real emotion.

Though the ending does leave space for a sequel, "Kick Ass" is a film that can stand completely alone, and does, being set apart from any other film of its kind.