The Mechanic (2011)

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• Dean !

  
  A pretty decent action film revolving around a top assassin who gets double crossed. Nothing spectacular, but it has a decent cast and enough action to entertain you until the end.

• Anthony L

  
  I'm not sure why anyone would want to remake a Michael Winner film but I haven't seen the original, so I will reserve judgement. I actually quite liked The Mechanic, I didn't expect as much from Simon West but this won me over somewhat. The best thing about it though is… More
  I'm not sure why anyone would want to remake a Michael Winner film but I haven't seen the original, so I will reserve judgement. I actually quite liked The Mechanic, I didn't expect as much from Simon West but this won me over somewhat. The best thing about it though is arguably the unpredictable Steve McKenna played by the brilliant Ben Foster. It's The Transporter without the humour and car chases basically, I thought it was quite good.

• Matt G

  
  We've seen it before; men blowing shit up to be on the top of the wolfpack. Pretty boring, has some great moments though.

• Kalel J

  
  Straight, narrow; 'The Mechanic' is a simple film without deviation. It has a basic core, easy methods of character purpose, and a pacing not equipped with the baggage of backstory, side plot or insights into the lives of its leads. But sometimes straight can be enough, and… More
  Straight, narrow; 'The Mechanic' is a simple film without deviation. It has a basic core, easy methods of character purpose, and a pacing not equipped with the baggage of backstory, side plot or insights into the lives of its leads. But sometimes straight can be enough, and with the abled performances of its leads beating their way through scenes - this is one of those films.

• Dean M

  
  The first legitimate action film I ever seen. The remake of Michael Winner's 1972 slow-burner, about a hitman who grows a conscience after being contracted to kill a friend. This seems a logical step for Jason Statham, whose perma-frown is a natural successor to Charles… More
  The first legitimate action film I ever seen. The remake of Michael Winner's 1972 slow-burner, about a hitman who grows a conscience after being contracted to kill a friend. This seems a logical step for Jason Statham, whose perma-frown is a natural successor to Charles Bronson's inscrutable screen persona. The action is a long-time-coming, and even then it's pretty tame fare after the adrenaline rush of <i>Crank</i>. But with Ben Foster in the role of protégé, a classy supporting turn from a wheelchair-bound Donald Sutherland, and some inspired plot twists, it's a cut above the Eurotrashy <i>Transporter</i>sequels. Britain's best action export may have snagged himself a promising new franchises. Director Simon West engineers <i>The Mechanic</i> with the precision of stainless steel instruments... It's a boys' movie with a big bang finish.

• Chris W

  
  This movie is filled with sound and fury, but signifies, really, little to nothing. It wouldn't be so bad (just another average, mindless action movie) except for the fact that this is a remake of a great movie. Not only that, but the original was art, and actually tried to be… More
  This movie is filled with sound and fury, but signifies, really, little to nothing. It wouldn't be so bad (just another average, mindless action movie) except for the fact that this is a remake of a great movie. Not only that, but the original was art, and actually tried to be something. This has little to no substance, and no real character development that means anything or that anyone cares about. I like chases, gun fights, and explosions, so I was entertained by this movie. However, this film didn't wow me, and, as I said, being a remake, it was hard to focus on this one over the original. I will admit that this is a slick movie that looks decent, but I just couldn't care. I like Statham, Foster, and Sutherland. And I have this odd love for Simon West's Con Air. However (and I can't help but repeat myself), this movie is a pointless, souless remake. It does away with subtlety and trades it in for being 'of the times'. There are a number of elements from the original that are retained, but I just didn't like how they were handled. I liked this a tad more than it seems like I did, but because of my attachment to the original, I can't help but really come down on this one.

• Roy G

  
  In the end, The Mechanic proves that while revenge is a dish best served cold, revenge movies are best served with fire in the belly.

• Jeff "

  
  I've very picky about remakes. Usually they fail to deliver something entertaining and thrilling. But in the case of the Charles Bronson classic, I thought this was an entertaining film that delivered some awesome action. Although nothing can't beat the original and no one… More
  I've very picky about remakes. Usually they fail to deliver something entertaining and thrilling. But in the case of the Charles Bronson classic, I thought this was an entertaining film that delivered some awesome action. Although nothing can't beat the original and no one can touch Charles Bronson, Jason Statham does a good job at filling big shoes. This film is by far one of the most exciting action films of 2011, and despite its few flaws, it offers a non stop roller coaster ride. This is one of Stathams best roles as I find him fairly hit and miss. Though this is a good enough remake, I like everyone else prefer the original. This remake is a good action film for what it is, but like every other remake, it copies the original and there are many scenes that echo the original film. The Mechanic remake is an exhilarating action film that is among the better remakes around, not a perfect film, but good enough to enjoy a solid hour and a half of good entertainment. The Mechanic is explosive entertainment, it's a roller coaster ride of action and thrills. The film overall is a good upgrade to the Charles Bronson classic, but of course nothing beats the original.

• Brad W

  
  The Mechanic is your average stealth action flick, and I liked it. I loved the stealth scenes, they were well thought and originally done. The plot was good too, it had my attention but there were very cliche moments. Having Jason Staham is just setting yourself up for disaster at… More
  The Mechanic is your average stealth action flick, and I liked it. I loved the stealth scenes, they were well thought and originally done. The plot was good too, it had my attention but there were very cliche moments. Having Jason Staham is just setting yourself up for disaster at the box office, he can be good or bad, but either way he has a box office curse. In the end the casting was dumb, the plot is good but cliche, the stealth scenes are great, and you will leave the theatre pondering the ending (in a bad way).

• Derek A

  
  <i>The Mechanic</i> (also known as <i>Transporter 4</i>) is "cool" but still is a rehashed character/story under a new alias. Been there done that... but still slightly entertaining.

• Justin Y

  
  <i>The Mechanic</i>, from director Simon West, is everything as expected, and that isn't much.<p>For a film about hit-men, the 90 minute plot does have potential, but in the end it never delivers to that level. Some of the backdrops and locations are pretty… More
  <i>The Mechanic</i>, from director Simon West, is everything as expected, and that isn't much.<p>For a film about hit-men, the 90 minute plot does have potential, but in the end it never delivers to that level. Some of the backdrops and locations are pretty good; however everything else comes across as bland and lifeless. The characters aren't interesting and even the predictable story twists don't do a whole lot for this picture.</p><p>The action is violent, bloody, and there is a decent enough dosage of it. Unfortunately, that's all that it has going for it. The sequences themselves aren't entertaining enough to warrant a recommendation.</p><p>Jason Statham does have the persona to play a character of this nature, but he only does so much with it. The other elements of the film need to rise up and help him out. They don't here and that's a problem. Ben Foster, while delivering a more lively performance, suffers from an unlikable character. The rest of the cast are completely forgettable.</p><p>In the end, <i>The Mechanic</i> doesn't do the fixing. It needs the fixing.</p>

• Fernando Rafael Q

  
  The Mechanic, Simon West's 2011 remake of the 1972 film starring Charles Bronson, has style and grit and violence to spare. Starting off with a bang, this hit man flick is surprisingly emotional and stunningly well-photographed. With decent writing, fantastically over-the-top… More
  The Mechanic, Simon West's 2011 remake of the 1972 film starring Charles Bronson, has style and grit and violence to spare. Starting off with a bang, this hit man flick is surprisingly emotional and stunningly well-photographed. With decent writing, fantastically over-the-top fight sequences and more interior design porn than a Nancy Meyers movie, The Mechanic places itself just a notch above the actioners we're accustomed to. Jason Statham plays 'Bishop' as a cross between concerned parent and cold-blooded killer, while Ben Foster, as usual, steals the movie. But, despite the wildly exaggerated violence and frenetic pace, the last act of this film is very weak. Here, the film takes an inexplicable leap, where a rookie (Foster) becomes an expert cleaner in the blink of an eye. The choppy, clumsy editing doesn't help, either. From there, it's all downhill for The Mechanic, culminating in a thoroughly unsatisfying (and stupid) fashion.

• Film C

  
  Well i don't normally complain about Jason Statham movies bcause i always like his movies, you will always know hs type of movies normally action packed, amusing and often he gets his shirt off and the storylines are bearable. However this movie extremely disappoints, the… More
  Well i don't normally complain about Jason Statham movies bcause i always like his movies, you will always know hs type of movies normally action packed, amusing and often he gets his shirt off and the storylines are bearable. However this movie extremely disappoints, the storyline is absolutely ludicris that its just absolutely ridiculas. There is enough action but because the storyline is truly that bad it just ruins the rest of the movie. I strongly wouldn't recommend this movie even if you just wanted to see Statham take his shirt off you'd be strongly disappointed.!

• Conner R

  
  In my opinion, this a lot better than the Charles Bronson original. It takes the same basic scenario and improves upon the characters, action sequences and plot. Jason Statham practically IS the Charles Bronson of his time, so it's no surprise that he works so well as Arthur… More
  In my opinion, this a lot better than the Charles Bronson original. It takes the same basic scenario and improves upon the characters, action sequences and plot. Jason Statham practically IS the Charles Bronson of his time, so it's no surprise that he works so well as Arthur Bishop: the man without compromise. Ben Foster delivers his gold standard here; an effectively unhinged character that seems like he'll snap at any moment from shear rage. Simon West has made an extremely good looking action movie that almost feels like it belongs in the 70s due to it's classy cinematography and set design. People will either enjoy The Mechanic for what it is or just write it off as another throwaway action movie. I thought it was extremely well mapped out and just ridiculously cool. Jason Statham lays down his trademark killing techniques served with a snide quip and karate kick to the face. Anyone who's seen the original will know that they improved just about everything here and should be pleasantly surprised.

• Cynthia S

  
  Extra points for casting Jason Statham....I don't remember much about the first movie. From what I am told, though, the script is very much the same, and this was just as good. I liked this. A good action film with your typical well placed, and well done, fights, car crashes, and… More
  Extra points for casting Jason Statham....I don't remember much about the first movie. From what I am told, though, the script is very much the same, and this was just as good. I liked this. A good action film with your typical well placed, and well done, fights, car crashes, and explosions. I was also told that the ending was changed from the first movie, and I am SO SO glad! :)

• ♥˩ƳИИ &

  
  Cast: Jason Statham, Ben Foster, Tony Goldwyn, Donald Sutherland, Jeff Chase, Mini Anden, James Logan, Eddie J. Fernandez, John McConnell, Christa Campbell Director: Simon West Summary: When his mentor is murdered, lone hit man Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) trains the… More
  Cast: Jason Statham, Ben Foster, Tony Goldwyn, Donald Sutherland, Jeff Chase, Mini Anden, James Logan, Eddie J. Fernandez, John McConnell, Christa Campbell Director: Simon West Summary: When his mentor is murdered, lone hit man Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) trains the man's son, Steve McKenna (Ben Foster), in the ways of the professional kill. Together Arthur and his eager apprentice hunt down those responsible for executing Steve's father. But the partnership gives rise to new dangers and deceptions. A remake of the 1972 Charles Bronson thriller. My Thoughts: "I love a good action flick, and this one didn't disappoint at all. I love Ben Foster and he was one of my main reasons for watching it. But I have seen Jason Statham in a couple films now, and I am impressed. He's really good in these action movies. I definitely will be checking out more of his films. The movie is action packed with some really great killing scenes. The pool scene was one I've never seen before in any film. I liked Jason and Ben together in this film and thought they made a great team. I found the ending to be a surprise and a bitter sweet one at that. Definitely worth seeing if you like a good action/thriller."

• Kristijonas F

  
  I just don't understand how Jason Statham can make so many mind-numbing action movies and still be cool as fuck.

• Khris N

  
  Obviously remakes are a tough business, and its good to know most people wont know of the 1972 Bronson classic and treat it a seperate film. But in the end, it was an enjoyable action thriller for the modern times. Statham is not Bronson, but he is the best action actor of the day,… More
  Obviously remakes are a tough business, and its good to know most people wont know of the 1972 Bronson classic and treat it a seperate film. But in the end, it was an enjoyable action thriller for the modern times. Statham is not Bronson, but he is the best action actor of the day, so the role is rightfully his. Ben Foster is the standout, an impetueous, impulsive and dark character whoes emotions rage within him and manifests outward as extreme violence. When Statham is played by his organisation into killing his mentor, he reluctantly takes up the burden of training his mentor's son into the role of a "mechanic" - a master assassin who specializes in death in many degrees. But as the truth begins to unravel and the hunters become the hunted, there is a three way battle to the death as Staham faces of against his former employees and his apprentice who getting closer to the truth. In the end, its a movie which isn;t very inspiring but clever in methodolgy and its execution, the only character with a sense of life is Ben Foster. In the end, its a smart action thriller wannabe, and does alright, worth going to movies for the big bangs. But its forgettable in the sense that there isn't anything special about it, unlike the original, with Bronson and Jan Michael Vincent which started and provided inspiration for many movies after.

• Mike S

  
  Standard Jason Statham flick. Short in length, low on brains and driven solely by its action. A dependable escape from boredom, but ultimately forgettable. If you're a fan of his other films though, you'll probably like what it has to offer.

• Kase V

  
  Statham plays the same stone-faced character he always does, but Foster gives an interesting turn in this movie. Question is, is this movie special? Does it change the formula? Does it stand out? No, no, and definitely not.

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