The Man From Toronto
There are films that are as easy to watch as they are to forget, and this is one of them. The mix of action and comedy works at times, mainly because Kevin Hart and Woody Harrelson manage to spark some energy from their odd pairing, even if the chemistry never quite reaches its full potential.
The humor is uneven, with some jokes landing well and others feeling forced. The plot moves between well-worn genre clichés and predictable chases, without bringing anything new. What’s left is a string of scenes that barely meet the minimum to entertain, but rarely surprise.
Patrick Hughes’ direction keeps things moving, though everything feels routine. There are a few amusing action moments and the occasional effective gag, but the film lacks personality. What could have been a “buddy movie” with character ends up as a recycled formula.
In the end, it’s a light action comedy, perfect for a couch night without high expectations. It’s watchable, with a couple of redeeming laughs, and it doesn’t bore, but it never stands out. An entertaining film, nothing more, and one that fades from memory as quickly as it arrives.
The humor is uneven, with some jokes landing well and others feeling forced. The plot moves between well-worn genre clichés and predictable chases, without bringing anything new. What’s left is a string of scenes that barely meet the minimum to entertain, but rarely surprise.
Patrick Hughes’ direction keeps things moving, though everything feels routine. There are a few amusing action moments and the occasional effective gag, but the film lacks personality. What could have been a “buddy movie” with character ends up as a recycled formula.
In the end, it’s a light action comedy, perfect for a couch night without high expectations. It’s watchable, with a couple of redeeming laughs, and it doesn’t bore, but it never stands out. An entertaining film, nothing more, and one that fades from memory as quickly as it arrives.
Mini Review: There are films that are as easy to watch as they are to forget, and this is one of them. The mix of action and comedy works at times, mainly because Kevin Hart and Woody Harrelson manage to spark some energy from their odd pairing, even if the chemistry never quite reaches its full potential. The humor is uneven, with some jokes landing well and others feeling forced. The plot moves between well-worn genre clichés and predictable chases,...