Review of Upgrade (2018) by Dj I — 31 May 2018

This is a really good movie. Although it starts out with the basic "Death Wish" revenge premise, it carves out its own original path in terms of plot and substance. It does have a high dosage of gore and you can make the case that it wasnt necessary.

However, it is that high level of violence that helps differentiate between the consciousness of mankind and the cold blooded efficiency of machine. There is also humor that helps highlight the gulf between those two elements in terms of deed and responsibility.

A well paced, fun, and unpredictable script makes it a very enjoyable flick. Highly recommended.