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Rush Hour 2
the one line review:
a slow rush
the overview
Jackie Chan is a martial arts wizard, and Chris Tucker is a fast talking black man. The two don't really mix.
the plot:
To be honest, I'm not sure what the plot is. Because I was bored from the off. It seems some evil underworld dude set up Jackie Chan's dad, and now Jackie is going after him. There might be some drugs/guns/money involved. Chris Tucker gets dragged along for the ride.
the verdict:
It is funny in places, and some of the fight scenes aren't bad. But this slapstick cop comedy serious action thriller film just doesn't get my juices flowing. Jackie just isn't believable as a serious actor, mostly due to not being able to understand what he's saying.
I'm sure some people will like this film, so I won't rip it too much. It's just not my cup of tea.
The best thing about the film are the outtakes during the closing credits. And Ziyi Zhang, is a total hottie. And the scene with all the female "masseurs". Hmm, maybe it's not that bad after all.
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