One More Shot

I've seen bad acting in action flicks, in fact I expect it, but this movie takes the cake. The award for worst actor goes to Alexis Knapp. She sounds like Meg from Family Guy, not credible for a villain, over the top acting on scenes that don't require it, and too robotic on scenes that require more emotion. Scott Adkins is his usual bad, but you watch his movies to see his kicks and aerial moves, not to nominate him for an acting award. On that note, don't expect to see anything spectacular. Instead, they replaced the kung fu with "gun fu" closer to a John Wick movie. Understandable since Adkins is getting up there in years. You can't expect to see him doing the same stunts forever. Finally, I wish Michael Jai White and Tom Betenguer had more onscreen time. They are way underutilized.

ONE MORE SHOT is a weaker and cheaper sequel to the first movie that never quite manages to reach the highs of its predecessor. The problem with this one is that it's obviously much cheaper and thus the action, although plentiful, is far sloppier than what we've seen in the original. Adkins still proves himself in the action stakes as you'd expect, but the bland, JOHN WICK style shoot-outs just don't have the same oomph as we saw before. The most interesting thing about this one is that it was shot entirely in and around Stansted Airport, which allows for a good use of space and setting. Michael Jai White is criminally wasted as the bad guy.

"One More Shot" is a thrilling action-adventure that takes viewers on a wild ride from start to finish. The film follows the story of a group of highly skilled mercenaries as they attempt to pull off an impossible mission, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance.

Directed by James Nunn, "One More Shot" boasts an impressive cast, including Scott Adkins, Michael Jai White, and Alexis Knapp. The chemistry between the actors is palpable, and their performances are nothing short of outstanding. The film's action sequences are intense, well-choreographed, and keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

The plot of "One More Shot" is engaging and fast-paced, with twists and turns that keep the audience engaged. The film's pacing is excellent, and the story isn't relevant, this is just all about guns, guns and fist fights. The characters are satisfactorily developed and the acting is just about good enough to carry the movie.

The film's visuals are good, and the action scenes are beautifully shot. The film's score, composed by Austin Wintory, is also noteworthy, as it perfectly complements the film's tone and enhances the overall viewing experience.

Despite having a low budget flix feel, "One More Shot" manages to deliver an action-packed adventure that exceeds expectations. The film's strong fight scenes make it a must-see for fans of the action-adventure genre.

In conclusion, "One More Shot" is a thrilling and engaging film that delivers really good gunfight and fight scenes. If you like action movies then give this one a go.

The predecessor to this film, One Shot, was a unique experiment in action filmmaking. It seemed to be shot in one continuous sequence. It does not jump around in edited from location to location- it follows one linear path at a time. The stateside story of a terrorist transported by Scott Adkins, who is the linchpin to a terrorist plot around the State of the Union address is very engaging and cool. The story and acting are good. The action is unrelenting. The look and feel matches the first one. James Numm;s filmmaking works. Michael Jai White is a great addition to the film. He, like Adkins, is a always fun to watch on screen no matter the budget of the film.

Adkins deserves some credit for relentlessly trying to keep his career afloat, against all odds, in the grand tradition of Van Damme and Seagel and Lundgren. Also nice to see Berenger and Jai White back in the saddle. However, that said, there are signs of desperation here. This is sort of a sequel to ONE SHOT, in a quantum universe where time is relative and nothing much happens between installments. Film students will especially appreciate the way every possible trick and hack is used to make a small budget seem bigger than it is. The small cast and static locale -- both telltales of B-moviemaking, are made to seem larger and more important than they actually are. Think Hamburger Helper, only for directors. However, at the end of the day, and in real time, it becomes obvious that world has moved on (in 2024, the Enemy really is inside the gates) and these guys have not. Rule of Thumb, any film where Adkins is not playing the most "perfect" Russian cage fighter on the planet is going to be forgettable. Ditto for any film where Jai White is playing the bad guy. (Blood & Bone still highly recommended for newbies.) ((Designated "IMDb Top Reviewer." Please check out my list "167+ Nearly-Perfect Movies (with the occasional Anime or TV miniseries) you can/should see again and again (1932 to the present))