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6.0/10
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Five friends shopping at the US/Mexico border face sicario hitmen, but the targets are actually Murciélagos.Five friends shopping at the US/Mexico border face sicario hitmen, but the targets are actually Murciélagos.Five friends shopping at the US/Mexico border face sicario hitmen, but the targets are actually Murciélagos.
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Reviewers say 'Contraataque' is an engaging Mexican action film with mixed feedback. Praised for its well-executed action scenes and intense performances by Luis Alberti and Luis Curiel, the film's fast-paced storytelling and compact runtime are appreciated. However, some find the plot predictable and the writing clichéd. Dialogue receives mixed reviews, with some finding it believable and others pedestrian. The authentic portrayal of Mexican reality and military themes is noted. Despite varied opinions, 'Contraataque' is generally seen as a solid, entertaining action movie.
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I haven't seen many mexican movies like this, any period. Great talented actors, nobodys going to win a nobel prize for litiature but dialogue was beleivable and engaging. Sometimes it can be hard to watch some films like this but storyline was good nothing cheesy about it. I wish i knew of a true story like this in mexico actually occured and brought to film but the cartel really is too dangerous to provoke. Language, slang and termonology was authentic and beleivable. Alot of action, good action nothing too out there. Am proud of productiona nd whoever was behind it all, overall good quality. Hope theres another!!! Hechele ganas!!
When comes straight to videos a la Cannon films, Contra Ataque falls in that category.
Ye ve the cheesy dialogue, proud been mexiken army(which they misterious) then important el machismo asking since when Netflix is interested in this here review: The story with a low budget play out average n quite dumb un special forces captain is always behind a drug lords operation sending brother finish him off once kill it became a hunt turned into Carpenter masterpiece Asault in Precincts 13. The action sequences ye know there straight out b class material.
The live or die that's hearings Gun n roses song.
Oh do not forget the victims they find house, get arm up with some good old M16.
The thing like that main bad guy is arm with the heavy of em all, call it call duty thang.
Forgot to mention the final fight with the captain n boss, could be awesome if were a Mexican machete, add some Korean taste.
So conclude the film is pure military propaganda like any other, is the stand off seen in many classic western.
But ye want cheap action to kill the time Go for it.
Ye ve the cheesy dialogue, proud been mexiken army(which they misterious) then important el machismo asking since when Netflix is interested in this here review: The story with a low budget play out average n quite dumb un special forces captain is always behind a drug lords operation sending brother finish him off once kill it became a hunt turned into Carpenter masterpiece Asault in Precincts 13. The action sequences ye know there straight out b class material.
The live or die that's hearings Gun n roses song.
Oh do not forget the victims they find house, get arm up with some good old M16.
The thing like that main bad guy is arm with the heavy of em all, call it call duty thang.
Forgot to mention the final fight with the captain n boss, could be awesome if were a Mexican machete, add some Korean taste.
So conclude the film is pure military propaganda like any other, is the stand off seen in many classic western.
But ye want cheap action to kill the time Go for it.
I really enjoyed this movie. I'm not Spanish speaking hell I'm from Sweden but I truly enjoyed this movie. Didn't matter it wasn't in English. I think the acting was on point, photography was great same with effects. I felt it could have gone any way in the end but without giving spoilers it really held me on edge.
There were some minor things I object to or dislike but it's so small it what drags it down to 8/10.
And 8/10 is because I truly enjoyed it. For me a movie is good and I enjoy the whole movie then it's a 10. That's how ratings should work. If there's something I feel could have been better then I degrade it.
But rest assured. It's very watchable. Great action.
There were some minor things I object to or dislike but it's so small it what drags it down to 8/10.
And 8/10 is because I truly enjoyed it. For me a movie is good and I enjoy the whole movie then it's a 10. That's how ratings should work. If there's something I feel could have been better then I degrade it.
But rest assured. It's very watchable. Great action.
It has been a long time since most average movies last at least 100 minutes, but this one delivers everything expected in just about 80 minutes. The movie really deserved more time, but don't get me wrong - it is complete. The scenario is engaging, the characters are likeable and realistic, and the action is on spot. The music and sceneries are excellent, enhancing the overall atmosphere. The actions scenes varies and progresses during the movie, but are each time good and adequately intense. While it feels a bit short, you just want more time with it. Despite that, it's definitely worth watching.
This movie was surprisingly better than expected in many areas.
The directing was spot on. The cinematography was excellent. Even the casting and performances were on point.
The issue here is the writing, which really had nothing new to offer for the genre. In fact, it was too pedestrian and a story told many times before, and much better.
Even towards the end, the writing became too predictable and cliched. Nevertheless, an impressive overall international production, and a well deserved 5/10 to all production and casting areas, except to the basic screenplay that was rather boring. Still a good watch if nothing else to see.
The directing was spot on. The cinematography was excellent. Even the casting and performances were on point.
The issue here is the writing, which really had nothing new to offer for the genre. In fact, it was too pedestrian and a story told many times before, and much better.
Even towards the end, the writing became too predictable and cliched. Nevertheless, an impressive overall international production, and a well deserved 5/10 to all production and casting areas, except to the basic screenplay that was rather boring. Still a good watch if nothing else to see.
Did you know
- GoofsAfter the first attack, the Captain says they are heading to the Brownsville checkpoint, 20 Kilometers away. Soon after, the cartel member is given a phone that is tracking the soldiers and says they're headed to El Paso. Those two cities are over 800 miles apart.
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- $4,000,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 24 minutes
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- 2.39 : 1
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