Hobbs & Shaw is top tier Fast & Furious for the first 2/3 but loses itself in the third act. This movie is about Hobbs & Shaw who must help save Shaw’s sister from a supervillain who is after a world-ending virus she possesses. Dwayne Johnson gives a great performance. He nails the action scenes and his comedic timing his spot on. Jason Statham gives a fantastic performance. His dynamic with Johnson is hysterical and easily the highlight of the film. Vanessa Kirby was a very pleasant surprise here. She keeps up with Johnson and Statham with ease and they make a really fun and likable trio. Idris Elba’s villain is not very well written or developed, but you can tell he is having a blast hamming it up in the role that it becomes enjoyable. There are some surprise appearances from actors in supporting roles that I won't spoil but they practically steal the movie. The script is good for what it is. The story here is pretty flimsy and makes little sense. However, the action set pieces are well shot and a ton of fun and the comedy is hysterical with numerous laugh out loud moments. The movie does lose itself some in the third act when it tries to force the core series family theme in. At 136 minutes the first 2/3 flies by with excellent pacing. The start of the third act really drags but picks up in time for the very last action scene. Overall, Hobbs & Shaw is no masterpiece but for fans of over the top action comedy, there is a lot to enjoy here.
7.5/10
P.S. Stay all the way until the end of the credits.
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