Review of Terminal (2018) by Davrosdaleks1 — 04 Aug 2018

I'm surprised at the heavily negative critical reviews for this. I admit this slightly campy, neo-noir isn't Shakespeare, but I was entertained.

This is an interesting film involving an unseen criminal mastermind, a dying English teacher (Simon Pegg), two hitmen, a train station attendant (Michael Myers), and the quirky femme fatale (Margot Robbie) who has them all involved in her web of intrigue.

Though the movie can be a little self-indulgent at times, I found it interesting. The dialogue is snappy and often darkly humorous, and everything comes together for the third act which has some effective twists and conclusion.

I really liked the neon-lit, noiresque sets. They are the aspect that stands out the most. It's impressive what the director did with a smaller budget.

Great cast. It's always interesting when Pegg tries a different type of role, this time as a well-spoken sad sack. Like usual, he really pulls it off. It's also great to see Michael Myers back in the movies after a several year absence. He provides a lot of levity as an oddball. Still, this is Margot Robbie's film. Though her English accent isn't perfect, she commands each scene with a playfully, wicked tone and smile. This is the kind of movie I recommend you see if you want to try something different.