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Review: The Old Guard Combines Punching and Pathos

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Aimee Spinks/NETFLIX There are many praises to be sung about modern action movies. “Emotional complexity” is not among them. Yes, John Wick does show remorse for his wife, puppy, and car. Yes, Rama shows tenderness toward his pregnant wife in The Raid. And yes, Ninja II: Shadow of a Tear does feature both shadows and …

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Review: Gringo

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Facing down a mercenary’s gun, Harold Soyinka (David Oyelowo) does what any good-hearted but overwhelmed middle-manager would do: he drops to his knees and begs God for help. Shocked by this display, the mercenary (Shalto Copely) lowers his weapon and tries to talk some sense into his target. When asked if he actually believes in …

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