I much enjoyed the previous "John Wick" movies, as well as this one, for the most part. The colorful writing and directing strike a balance between raw, relentless action and just enough humor to prevent the scenes turn outright gory. You get the sense that these guys really enjoyed making this, and didn't do it just for the money. Keanu and the whole cast are very good. Unfortunately, woke takes a toll on this latest chapter, with racial quota and an all fabricated character out of place. It's interesting to see this happening along with the changes of the movie's producers. Further confusing it that now "invincible" John Wick competes with another hitman, who seems to have an edge on him throughout. On the plus side, the well-acted villain (Bill Skarsgard) has polarizing charisma and, did I say this, the action scenes are stunning.
Antony S. 2/24

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This is a sweet movie for lovers of Greece travels, who can just enjoy the sun, views, sea, plaster & tile houses, and food, all over again. Of course, the outdoor dining and parties are not missing either. However, while I feel for the effort of the writer-director-star, many things are off - from cliches to music - and the plot and lines lack wit and hardly pull a laugh. I still tried to like it but the blue-pilling really sealed it - men said to be lazy and wives to provide, village mayor prime character is overtly queer (otherwise a great actress), Greek wedding is actually to a Syrian and the elderly are forced to change their "traditional" views, etc. Well acted and nicely set up, though.
Rosalyn S. 1/24

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