The Transporter

[David Meek]

I finally got around to watching The Transporter this weekend. It may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I enjoyed it a lot. Jason Statham plays Frank Martin, an ex-military guy that has "retired" to the coast of France. In truth, he's a "transporter" - he'll take any package anywhere for a fee, and not ask any questions. He has two rules: once agreed to, the contract is irrevocable and also, no names. Actually there's a third rule, but that would be telling. . . . especially when he breaks it, and get's WAY more than he bargained for.

It's a European production co-directed by Cory Yuen (of Honk Kong action movie fame) and new-comer Louis Leterrier, so be aware that it has that "euro" feel to it. Jason Statham from Snatch and The One has presence - he's quietly magnetic and pretty darn good at the martial arts. This movie is a cross between a Jackie Chan flick, Ronin and Midnight Run - if you can imagine that!

Again, it may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I really enjoyed this rock 'em, sock 'em little movie. Check it out.




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[George Bellefontaine]

Tex, you can read my take on this flick in my Action/Romance thread a little farther down.




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[Clive]

Tex, you're right on, Watched it three weeks ago. It's one for the library for sure. Felt a little like the FAST and the FURIOUS too. I mean if a beemer can really take that kind of punishment I should really consider buying one too the way I drive :LOL:




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HEY!! Why buy movie tickets when you can own a Theater?

[Dean McManis]

Yeah, I really enjoyed this movie as well. I rented it, but if I see the DVD come out at a good sale price I will probably buy it.

It was another twist on the Bond film genre, and I thought better than XXX, and much better than Die Another Day, which may be the one Bond movie that I don't end up buying. ops:

-Dean.

[David Meek]

Hi ya Dean! When did you show up around these parts? Welcome to the Guide Mr. Moderator. :T

George, I THOUGHT I'd seen a post about this but I didn't notice it when I scrolled through. . . . here's that thread: Action/Romance




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[George Bellefontaine]

Tex, it doesn't matter ol' buddy. I always enjoy reading your reviews.

ISN'T IT GREAT TO HAVE DEAN MCMANUS ABOARD !




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[Dean McManis]

Thanks guys! It's great to be here.

-Dean.