Die Hart

I have nothing but love for Kevin Hart, but realistically this is what happens when you do run an empire and you trying to do everything. You simply can't give everything 100%. This is 20% of his energy and quality and another film in the last few that shows the lack and effort. The story is an extreme stretch once or gets further into it. The acting is very poor and surprisingly John travolta is the weakest one. Clearly showing if you take long breaks from your craft it does take it toll. Basically Amazon wanted a film entice people and the through alot of money at Kevin and his brand to ensure it gets that "Kevin harts in it, surely it's decent". But a very poor film overall. I would rather Kevin go away for a few years with the films and come back and bring back something he was able to really put his effort in. Cannot recommend it, tje only positive is that they kept it under 1hr 30.

"Die Hart" (2023) is a movie that aims to provide comedic action, but unfortunately, it falls short of its ambitions. The film follows Kevin Hart as a fictionalized version of himself, who wants to break out from his comedy-sidekick stereotype and become a legitimate action hero. It's an intriguing premise, but the execution leaves much to be desired.

One of the major drawbacks of the film is its short runtime of just 1 hour and 18 minutes. Such a limited duration prevents the plot and character development from reaching their full potential. Consequently, the narrative feels rushed and underdeveloped, making the movie resemble more of an episodic content stitched together rather than a cohesive feature film.

Despite boasting a star-studded cast, including the likes of Kevin Hart, John Travolta, Nathalie Emmanuel, and Josh Hartnett, the performances fail to elevate the film to greatness. While there are definitely moments in which the comedic elements provide some chuckles, the humor lacks consistency and may not resonate with all viewers. Additionally, the movie struggles to strike a balance between delivering action-packed sequences and generating laughs, resulting in a somewhat disjointed experience.

Furthermore, "Die Hart" suffers from a clichéd and predictable plotline. The concept of a comedian seeking to prove himself as an action star is not entirely original, and unfortunately, the film brings nothing new to the table. This lack of novelty prevents the movie from distinguishing itself and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the viewing experience.

While some viewers might find entertainment in the blend of action and comedy, others may be disappointed by the lack of fresh content and unfulfilled potential. Additionally, the episodic structure of the film and the perception that it is a condensed version of a TV series rather than a fully-realized standalone film contribute to its mediocrity.

In conclusion, "Die Hart" (2023) struggles to live up to its comedic action aspirations. With a rushed plot, inconsistent humor, and a lack of originality, the movie receives a rating of 4/10. Although it might still appeal to fans of the cast or those seeking a lighthearted action-comedy, it fails to deliver a memorable cinematic experience.

Based on the tv series of the same name which was released three years prior (this may be confusing to those who are unfamiliar with the series). This film plays out as one would expect. Kevin Hart in his own Dir Hard-esque type film with him playing a fictional character of himself trying to become an "action hero/ leading man".. it features all the parody and satirical action movie stunts to be had.

Nothing is exactly cleverly funny and it's predictable. Certainly a film would be more well liked by Kevin Hart fans. Unlike the series, there is a lot of cursing (F-bombs) which get quite over the top by both Hart and John Travolta. In the end, this film is mildly amusing, and it's a satire. People seem to be taking it far too serious.

"All I needed was ... an actor who was afraid of being forgotten". This line makes me doubt this is an action film, and makes it feel like a biopic. Because if, as a serious actor, you are NOT taking a role in drivel like this because you expect it to be a box office success. On the face of it this movie is onanistic narcisism, with Kevin Hart making a movie about Kevin Hart being Kevin Hart in another Kevin Hart movie but now about Kevin Hart. If you start this movie with this in the back of your mind, you are in for a very mediocre movie about making a 'real life' movie. You are _still_ going to see a movie with Kevin Hart about Kevin Hart, mind you. But there'll be other actors too. Briefly. And a plot, passingly. All in all: Not good. Good enough to waste 90 minutes on, bad enough that you'll have forgotten about it before your next drink. Not bad. Just a Kevin Hart movie, in conclusion.

My rating is not going to change anything, but at least Jordan King (Nathalie Emmanuel) is easy on the eyes, she's a beautiful young lady. The scene where they play agents had me in tears, I had to watch it a few times. I lost it with the Karate chop to the throat and when she flipped him across the room was hilarious. That box exploded, and Kevin could have easily fit inside of it at 5'2" tall. Overall, it wasn't a total waste of time, it was actually a decent movie. It's all about the writing, they had a good cast but comedy writing is never easy. I like Kevin, always thought he was funny, so hopefully he can bounce back from this mediocre movie.