Tag: Collateral Damage in Films
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The Amateur (2025) Review: A Grounded, Tech-Driven Alternative to the Action Hero Trope
Directed by James Hawes and starring Rami Malek in the lead role, “The Amateur” (2025) is an American action thriller that fully lives up to its title. It isn’t a film that’s going to knock your socks off and keep you hooked for eternity. But it is a good option if you’re looking for a…
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Mortal (2020) Review: A Grounded and Gritty Take on the Thor Origin Story
If you prefer films that take the most honest, unflinching stance, over crowd-pleasing ones, you can’t go wrong with Mortal (2020). Directed by Andre Øvredal and starring Nat Wolff, this stunning fantasy action film explores the terrifying repercussions of a God losing his temper. Unlike mainstream blockbusters, which mention the collateral damage as a footnote,…