Wild Target (2010)

Yes, there are silly moments in this film. Expect some clichés and of course the plot is predictable. While not usually a fan of this genre, I enjoyed Wild Targets. Emily Blunt is sexy, funny and witty, pulls off her character of a con-artist very well. Bill Nighy is uptight, OCD, understated and funny. Rupert Grint is daft, clueless, naive but still manages to be funny as the third wheel between Emily and Bill. Great DVD Movie for a couples night out, no graphic violence (there are quite a few murders, but no blood).

Wild Target is a British action comedy that although may have a fun story, does lack the jokes needed for this to be OK. I found it lacked a few things although not everything and I did enjoy the actual plot, along with some competent acting from people maybe unfamiliar with the role. In the end it is a good old bit of fun and adventure and the film does start to take you everywhere, I felt it was safely average though and here below is why so.The story is not too thrilling in my opinion, maybe for some but I did feel it tried at times to get the joke out more than the good thrills. The humour lacks all the way through and although bits here and there may make you chuckle or raise a smile, there aren't enough to say it is OK and there not good enough anyway. I quite enjoyed the ending of the film, of course I won't ruin it here but it is more interesting than some other parts of the film and you may feel just a little something for the characters.Bill Nighy is good as Victor Maynard the assassin and although he maybe doesn't get the jokes out the right way, is still a steady force in the film acting wise. The most surprising performance from this film was with Rupert Grint, he actually acts very well I felt for his type of role and truly for me, throws off the Harry Potter cloak that is obviously his biggest role to date. Disliked Emily Blunt, she wasn't bad just a little too unfunny and her character reinforces that annoyance as well, rest of supporting cast are brimming with talent such as Martin Freeman, Rupert Everett and Eileen Atkins, all chipping in.It isn't really directed or written well and could be the main bad part about this movie and what really drags it downwards. The jokes just aren't there and not too funny at all and even when you feel a moment will be funny, the direction used seems to squander all opportunities. I actually really quite liked the settings seen throughout, like London and all it has to offer but also we see beautiful countryside scenery at one point and may leave you liking the background more than what's going on.It isn't all bad to say my review seems very negative so far, it has the jokes it truly does and as previously mentioned, it can give you a slight smile or chuckle. It has good action scenes too and when the action is involved it really does take the film up a notch and makes it more entertaining, even if it just isn't that funny that much.If you like action comedies then this isn't the best one to see but still could be worth a watch, I think and did feel whilst watching that the humour may appeal to some people and so it possibly can be more funny for some. If your looking for smart plot and dialogue then avoid this, not too smart and the whole real premise of the film is ruined within the first 20 minutes I would have to say, although many others do it too.Overall it is Safely Average, not quite a poor film or lower, but still not good at all and would have needed much more work done to make it better. It's a short watch I guess and so it's not the most boring, I wasn't left bored at any point as the story is mildly interesting for the most part, but the jokes lack and the characters fade away a bit, but I can't help feel I want to see more of some of them.

This is my favourite movie! I think the actors made an incredible job and the director too. I have to say, I envy a lot Emily's wardrobe in this movie, thumbs up to the stylist! She's always wearing something different and original. The best thing about this movie is the different characters and their outstanding personalities. They each have a very different and uncommon way of thinking, they're authentic in everything they do! The songs in the movie are also very British which helps to create a good atmosphere in the motion picture. Perhaps the fact that most of the actors are well-know and famous British actors makes the movie an absolute must-Watch!

The title clearly shows what we'll get from this extraordinary comedy. Emily Blunt and Bill Nighy give a rich and refined performance and the screenplay is simply gorgeous. Casting, cameras, costume, locations, punch lines: congratulations to all the team. A British must!So why a few stars missing? The music has its ups and downs. Good choice of songs but a main soundtrack is missing Some specific chapters lack musical support to be really effective. The speedy cameras on the car chases are definitely avoidable. Details that perhaps the director could have reconsidered... Still a wonderful, enjoyable film.