Jericho Ridge

The story has been told many times: A siege of a police station. Where have you heard that before? Unfortunately, there is no other way, but this film has to be measured against the classic Assault on Precinct 13 by John Carpenter. And unfortunately it falls short compared to the 1976 original (and even compared to the 2005 remake).

There are attempts to introduce some (insignificant) subplots, but ultimately it is only about the said siege.

And here a few peculiarities are noticeable: firstly, there is the almost complete lack of weapons (we are talking about a station that is not supposed to be abandoned). Then the main character has full access to the Internet and telephone...but instead of moving heaven and earth to get help...No, she probably doesn't think of such things.

Finally, we have the main character who is severely handicapped by a leg injury...it is actually doubtful that such a person would be reinstated as fit for duty...even for a desk job.

Jericho Ridge is another rip-off of John Carpenter's Assault On Precinct 13 (from 1976). It's not the first time they used that story to make a movie and this one is certainly not the worst. I thought it was entertaining the whole time. It's just a more modern version of Assault On Precinct 13. Nikki Amuka-Bird plays the main character and she was very believable in her performance. The acting from the small cast wasn't bad at all. Constant action makes it worth watching. Maybe not always the best decisions were made during the assault but you could blame the stress that comes with it. In short, I've seen worse movies in this genre.

Another variant of ASSAULT ON PRECINCT 13, except that some fifty years after the original this looks and feels cheaper than ever and makes the Carpenter film look like a big budget epic by comparison. Here, the cast is whittled down to just half a dozen characters, the villains are little seen, and a lot rides on the strength of the leading character. Thankfully, Amuka-Bird is up to the task of creating a sympathetic lead, glossing over some of the character cliches to deliver a character which is both resilient and sympathetic. The action is less well handled and it's all a little too dark and too slick, but it's watchable enough for a B-thriller.

If you're looking for a deep, well-paced, original action film with twists that you don't see coming - then this definitely is not the film for you.

Strong female lead, has a hard life and works as a sheriff's deputy in a small town.

Following a very convoluted, yet obvious plot involving her dead beat son, she is forced to fight for her life when criminals descend on her police station. Yes, it's a discount remake of assault on precinct 13.

Just about the whole films is shot in the police station, which was most likely done for budgetary reasons.

The main problem is the convenience of the timeline. The attackers pause whenever they are needed to. They literally disappear for minutes at a time while the main characters wade through the plot exposition only to return as soon as they're done.

The others problems (in no particular order are): Plot armour, some characters are literally unkillable.

The main character's son's and main bad guy's American accents are TERRIBLE

The entirely predictable ending.

The way cameras etc cut out at the critical moment

The marksmanship on display would make stormtroopers blush.

The weapon handling would make Alec Baldwin blush

The back up showing up right after everything is over.

There are more, but you get the picture.

Given my time again, I wouldn't bother, but it's up to you.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.

A crime thriller that turns the suspense up to 11!!!! Jericho Ridge is a great way to tell a story that although you might be somewhat familiar with, still manages to keep you on the edge of your seat. A small police department gets broken into that creates a night of chaos! Very well acted, with a really tight cast that brings it all to the table.

Written and directed by Will Gilbey, who really knows how to keep the tension going.

Definitely worth a look for anyone who digs action/crime movies.