loevw
After watching two Steven Seagal movies this weekend, I have a basis for comparison to say that this is fine action entertainment. Surely, the plot/story could have been better, but it's far from boring, and one does get to care for the characters. Most of the actors playing Brazilian didn't quite speak proper Brazilian Portuguese, but unless you speak Portuguese you won't notice it, and I didn't care that much, although it does take away some of the authenticity. There's some predictability, so if you're expecting something very original, you'd be disappointed.This movie delivers different scenes and locations, a story that makes you wonder a bit what's going to happen next, great martial arts fighting from Michael Jai White and even some cool Capoeira moves from Lateef Crowder. The gun fights are also pretty good. If you love action, this movie is fun and leaves you wanting more. Wish there was a sequel...
jwb001
I've watched most films on the IMDb list "Best action movies in 2014/2015" (http://www.imdb.com/list/ls075110196/), from the highest rated down to "Falcon Rising".I really do not understand why other users have given "Falcon Rising" such a low rating (at present, 5.7/10 from 4,359 users). In fact, I gave the film 10/10 simply to counterbalance the naysayers.During the film, a character states that Brazil has the second-largest population of Japanese people besides Japan. I noted to myself, "After the film finishes, I will try to verify this statement; if it's true, I will write a review on IMDb".It's true. (See the article "Japanese Brazilian" on Wikipedia.) Such attention to accuracy reflects well on the film to me."Falcon Rising" is an excellent action film. Definitely better than "Non-Stop" (7.0/10), "Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit" (6.2/10), and "Taken 3" (6.0/10).
samlee09
Great balance of humor, fight scenes and story. Its got a good plot that keeps it interesting, not overly complicated but better than your average sister/friend/wife gets beaten or killed then uncontrollable rampage, there's a little more going on. There's a few twists in the plot some easier to spot than others but for an action film its does the job perfectly. The acting is good, a little dry in places more so from the other characters, Michael Jai White plays his part really well and has some great throw away lines. There's some good choreography and use of weapons and different styles of fighting, plus its not ill take on an army with guns using just kung fu, the fights adapt as the need arises. Will be recommending this to some friends and probably watching it again.All in all fun film well worth a watch.
pal05052003
Falcon Rising is a movie that aims to be a franchise but fails to be interesting enough. It had many elements to help it get right. It had the martial arts talent of Michael Jai White and Lateef Crowder, the plot sounded like a no-holds barred revenge flick and I can imagine White wreaking vengeance on all the bad guys. Sadly, the story has a weak script, poor action choreography, and bad acting. This is a movie that tries to be a drama, thriller, and action but failing on all counts. The only parts that are enjoyable are some of the fight sequences. In fact, MJW fails to shine through in the fight scenes and seems to hold back a lot. When you see him effortlessly wield two sticks against a sword, and how he dispatched off a goon who was choking him, do you remember how talented a martial artist he is. Lateef Crowder on the other hand does not seem to be able to stretch his skills enough. If you had seen him in Ong Bak, then you would know what I mean. However, I blame the script and direction for this mess. When two of the most talented on-screen fighters cannot shine in an action movie, you know there is a problem.
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