Review of Red (2008) by David D — 10 Jan 2018

A geriatric action film! I'm the right age to enjoy this.

This review of Red (2008) was written by David D on 10 Jan 2018.

Red has generally received positive reviews.

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One of my favorite movies of all time. The action sequence is fun and exciting and the story is a breath of fresh air in the world of action movies…

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By Mark F (961) on 15 Jul 2016

An amazing and thoroughly amusing film, it is probably one of the best films that I have ever seen…

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By Jared R (251) on 19 May 2016

A competent action flick with a good amount of humor involved. I enjoyed this one, but feel no need to see it again…

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By Aaron S (1,130) on 13 Dec 2015

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By Maximiliano H (50) on 04 Feb 2018

Killer cast, and great action sequences, but the plot is lacking, and it's not as funny as you'd expect it to be…

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By Dorian G (214) on 06 Apr 2016

Red is fun packed entertainment - enjoyed a movie this refreshing after such a long time…

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By Conrad S (53) on 13 Jan 2018

Riddled with clichés and plot holes, RED is an insult to its source material, and an underwhelming film…

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By Petros T (610) on 08 Nov 2016

Exactly as good as you'd expect: stylish, funny, action-packed (the chase, the explosions, the epic fist fight, the siege, the big shoot-out);…

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By Athena L (27) on 06 Jan 2017

This was not a bad movie, but I have to ask - was there anything memorable about it…

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By Philip E (166) on 30 Dec 2015

140306: The novelty has worn off a bit. Felt flat but that may be me. Will have to watch again…

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