"Attack" may not be an embodiment of perfection nor anything substantive for that matter; yet you cannot refute all the efforts and the amount of commitment shown by the entire production crew, including the actors themselves. It is stylish, it is elegant and it knows what and how to deliver when the action kicks in.
Nevertheless, it is quite evident that the narrative showcases hints of struggle in other facets, and therefore the overall consistency is compromised to a certain extent. For instance, the writing on the antagonist came off as insignificant, as a result, he doesn't seem like a menacing presence nor does he present any imminent threats. Similarly, almost the same remarks apply to our protagonist's romantic interest, Ayesha, her part seemed like a superficial inclusion rather than an essential requirement.
Despite the drawbacks, I have to say whenever the Action takes the center stage, and the energetic score starts fading in in the back it's a satisfactory ride of chaos and absolute madness. While it is true that "Attack" borrowed lots of ideas from other Hollywood blockbusters and the ambitious blend of Sci-fi & Action is not something 'Original' per se, still, this comes out as feasible adaptation (of those very same concepts) and a step in the right direction for the industry as well.
The Box Office reception however raises a few questions. It does make me wonder about the general audience and their preferences. They repeatedly complain about the oversupply of remakes in the industry, yet they fail to show up and convey their gratitude when somebody tries to do something out of the box for a change. You may or may not adhere to what the film displays but you gotta give it to the creators for taking the chances; kind words, and a little appreciation will go a long way.
