Review of Mr. Majestyk (1974) by Tim S — 19 Sep 2014
Mr. Majestyk is more of a role that Charles Bronson is known for: the anti-hero type. But in this role, he's really even more of a hero because murder isn't his main drive for revenge. To be honest though, the movie feels like a bit of a step down in the spectrum of Bronson revenge films.
It has the elements of a fun action movie, but the story surrounding it AND the actors involved with it feel off. The actors, in particular, don't seem all that into their roles. Bronson gives it his best, as does the main bad guy, played by Al Lettieri, but overall, the performances are very sterile.
The story meanders a lot of the time and never really gets a satisfying payoff either. Sure Bronson comes in at the end and kicks some ass, but it feels pretty hollow. That's not to say that there isn't some entertainment value to be had.
Charles Bronson laying down in the back of a truck and kicking down the tailgate to blast a shotgun at the pursuing bad guys? You've gotta love that stuff. It's moments like that that make the movie worth watching.
As is, it's entertaining enough, but lacking just a bit too much.
This review of Mr. Majestyk (1974) was written by Tim S on 19 Sep 2014.
Mr. Majestyk has generally received positive reviews.
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