FORCE 2 - Movie Review

FORCE 2 directed by Abhinay Deo, starring John Abraham, Sonakshi Sinha and Tahir Raj Bhasin in the lead roles.The first half is more brutal than the second, more strategic scenarios for the RAW agents. It was more fast paced but after the intermission, the film was much slower becoming stretched but it does have moments when it gets interesting but the narrative does not keep it as successful as the first half. Some scenes were needless especially in the second half, it tampered the pace making it a distraction. It was not as structured as the first half.

POSITIVES

• Force 2 gave glimpses of well executed action sequences, first to fist encounters that look realistic enough thanks to a well-choreographed sequences. This is the biggest standout for the film as it keeps you on the edge of the seats eager to see much more action, majority of it all was edgy and intense, leaving much more for the audiences to admire on screen.
• Directionally, Abhinay Deo puts in huge amounts of effort in utilising both the villain and the importance of John Abraham to conjure up a decent watch. His vision for the action show good quality, this was commendable throughout the film, striking cinematography and use of building up tension was notable. Another valuing effort was the POV (Point of View) shots used in the movie, they were extremely attractive. They were so successful and worthy to watch in this film as it was fitting for the type of scenario being plotted. The creativity on that was successful and added more admiration towards the action.
• Despite the script not deemed good enough as the action, praise must be given to some parts of it for employing some twists and likeable scenes. For example, Tahir Raj Bhasin is one character who helps to drag the viewers along in this movie where only the action and cast seem to be doing justice to the sequel.  His dialogues are noteworthy and convincing, adding that extra emphasises to him as a villain.

NEGATIVES

• The script is foreseeable and does not offer much as you begin to sense what is set to transpire. The writing department needed more implementation of creativity and twists and turns to compliment the fine action packed visuals.
• Few flaws with showing the agents and how they tackle their mission, one scene in particular, they endanger a mother and a young kid’s life by taking the mission in to their apartment but drama unfolds. Would the agents really blow their cover and endanger citizens? The representation of agents is to not allow harm on the public but to keep them safe. So why was it taken to their place knowing problems will follow them?
•  Another setback with the script was to allow a RAW agent who is vulnerable and weak due to a past situation and now is unable to handle a gun and trigger. This could jeopardise a mission yet this agent is given the go ahead to attend this mission which does face consequences at times.
•  One thing that always frustrates with a Bollywood action movie is the gun attack encounters, literally if a target is tracking behind officers, they all exchange gunfire shots yet without much distance each officer misses the target? It is unrealistic, you do not get tangled with the action at that point, you just have to sit and smirk in annoyance on how filmmakers fail to make it more engaging.

CAST

JOHN ABRAHAM – His image is utilised to the fullest in paving the presence for a muscular and impacting powerful individual to help the team. He seems to be in his aura as an action character and leaves his mark on screen well. John is effective and believable in helping you keep lured in on to the screen because of his persona being that fist to fist battler and this works well for the film allowing him to be the standout from the rest. It almost seems as if action is where John belongs and that was evident on screen as he adds that extra bit of intensity and tension.

SONAKSHI SINHA - She does well enough in her role, but she never really takes control. She is unable to overpower her cast member John who always seems in control. Sonakshi shows that she can handle the action scenes and fits in well. She just needs to do more to stand above the rest, even if it is just for a few scenes. With a better character development, she could have been given more bearing to the twist.

TAHIR RAJ BHASIN – A very talented actor who shines in Force 2 by delivering a solid villain performance. He was good and always added a bit of that confident and chilled character who seems to have the next step ready, a man with a plan. His dialogue delivery was perfectly toned in to the thrilling atmosphere. He built up the concentration and tension, never really bores on screen and that was a delight to see. You have to admire his skills that he showed in keeping the RAW agents running around after him, so for me despite being the villain, he leaves a remarkable impression to the film.

RATING

I would rate FORCE 2 a rating of 3.5/5. The film is decent if you are looking for a time pass with a screen full of bone crunching grappling action, if that gives you a thrill then those seekers are in for a treat. But the film is eye-catching with the action but sinks in between with the script. Not much to be fascinated about with this stretched predictable movie screenplay. The excitement is enough to keep you glued to the film, but not enough to absorb you to stand and applaud a sequel. The film is entertaining from the stylish action and character’s presence, but the narrative is where it pulls the film back. The movie had potential to be an outstanding one but it falters when the action loses pace in between. The film portrays enough for it to be deemed watchable, but it could have been so much more better if it had a much better script than what it already was.