Sometimes a frankly banal plot with a bunch of cinematic cliches, outdated jokes and stylized second-rate action movies of the 90s of the last century can be relatively successful. We are not talking about box office success or critical acclaim. We talk about the fact that at leisure people choose to watch just such an action movie, where events are developing so fast that there is no time to think about all the movie loops and flaws.
And all you need to get at the disposal of the breathtaking beauties of Hollywood and the stars of the highest category, the benefit of the budget allows. And it’s not necessary that the actors give all the best on the set. “Crazy Riding” is another movie, it is intended only for an easy pastime. In our next publication, we will talk specifically about this film.
The plot of the picture
A relatively old action movie with elements of comedy and drama, made in a parody style, was released on wide screens in 2010. The main character Milton, performed by Nicolas Cage , throughout the film has been haunting the bandits who once killed his daughter. Driven by revenge, he is unprincipled at every turn. So, the acquaintance with the main character, who later became Milton's ally, happens according to the same scenario: the heroine Amber Heard-Depp simply had no choice when a stranger insolently got into her car. From now on, unthinkable chases, skirmishes, and a goal appeared in the measured life of the beauty. Fear of an armed to the teeth and a seriously tuned companion was replaced by confidence.
What saves the script overhead?
In our century, tapes of this genre are no longer successful. This film is saved exactly by the actors. "Crazy Riding" attracts the attention of the viewer with the presence of Cage and Hurd. Throughout the story, we agree to laugh at ridiculous jokes, but we want to go this way together with the heroes to the end. We penetrate the ruthless Milton with sympathy and just as much want to punish the villains. And until this happens, we cannot stop.
There are not only villains there
We want to believe that not all the people who meet on the path of the avenger are notorious villains. So Milton's longtime acquaintance Webster (David Morse) changed his mind about using a weapon and decided to take the side of justice.
Deficiencies in the final scene
The viewer even agrees to turn a blind eye to some of the costs of the final scene. According to the idea of ​​the creators of the project, the denouement should have caused a stunning effect: the hero, who has risen from hell, made a deal with Satan, returns to earth for revenge. However, throughout the film, we have almost no idea. Some manner of accountant (William Fichtner), sent for the sake of controlling the soft-bodied devil, will surprise many.
True, in this case, such an interpretation of the character's character can be attributed to comedic costs. In any case, the little-known director Patrick Lussier, who also acted as a co-author of the script, does not pretend to be a serious story. We emphasize once again that it is the actors who save the plot. "Crazy Riding" is not at all real and not logical. However, such films are not needed to comprehend what is happening. They are watched in order to distract from their own problems.
According to the law of the genre
Such films in the 90s could not do without fatal beauties, who are happy to display all their charms on the screen. The militants were originally designed for a male audience. So in this case, the crew did not depart from the usual canons and met the aesthetic needs of the audience. The appearance on the screen of Amber Heard-Depp caused a real sensation, and a good half of men sighed longedly and secretly envied Milton. Many movie fans agree: such a hero-avenger, throughout the film with a constant expression, can only play Cage. Instead of wild hatred, we see hopeless anguish in his eyes and believe that he cannot do otherwise.
Cast
Krista Campbell, Charlotte Ross and Katie Mixon supported the reputation of sultry beauties, as if descended from posters of the 90s. Girls, playing in such films, do not need to have outstanding acting data. It is enough to pretend to be models in dynamics and agree to demonstrate your charms from the screen. But with male actors, things are much more complicated. Todd Farmer, acting as Frank, takes the viewer brutally and with steel muscles. True, according to viewers, the image of the former friend Piper is disgusting. Many say that punching his girlfriend’s face in response to allegations of treason is unnecessary.
But the police chief (Tom Atkins) looks pretty ridiculous, and in some places even stupid. Most likely, according to the idea of ​​the film crew, where cameraman Brian Pearson was seconded to help director Patrick Lucier, no one should surpass Milton's thirsty revenge in his personal qualities.
In pursuit
On the trail of the main villain John King (Billy Burke) on the heels follows the turbo "Challenger", taken by Paper from his negligent friend in response to humiliation. In turn, Milton’s trail is taken by the police and the same Bookkeeper. But John King and his henchmen do not want to give up without a fight, they will do everything possible to ensure that the protagonist’s retaliation plan is never realized. And, as we already know, in the maelstrom of chases, shootings and bloody scenes, Milton has another ally - a long-time acquaintance trucker Webster (David Morse).
The crew with mathematical accuracy verifies the techniques inherent in this cinematic genre. The main character must fulfill his mission, otherwise why is this all? Villains must be punished. The symbolic final scene opens the gates of hell on earth. The mission is completed, and the hero of Nicolas Cage can with good conscience return to where he came from.
Conclusion
Summing up, let's say that this movie is not for everybody. However, the actors presented in this publication coped with their difficult mission brilliantly. Crazy Riding will impress you if you do not expect anything outstanding from the movie. Just watch and follow the main character.