[6.75/10] Push (2009)

Push (2009)

Short review: First things first, "Push" is a well-balanced film. There's not a lack of plot polished up with excessive effects and action scenes as some may expect. The script was clearly well-written and made for an intelligent movie that takes advantage of today's special effects without using them to carry the film. As the leading man Chris Evans is highly charismatic; he occasionally allows too much cheese to sneak into his expressions and tone. Dakota Fanning has shown early signs that she may be that rare breed of child actor who manages to successfully transition into a young adult star, her turn as the narky and resilient side kick impressive. Elsewhere Djimon Hounsou relishes being the calm, cool and collected villain; Camilla Belle is suitable as Nick's love interest with her own shady past and underrated New Zealand actor Cliff Curtis gives his 'Shifter' a subtle charm that makes you wish he had more screen time. Music wise, the soundtrack fits the film's direction perfectly. "Push" has a hallucinogenic, trippy quality of lazy zooms and blurring colours, though one that can oddly also be very grainy and realistic at times. Hong Kong is also the kind of location films like this are made for with a clash of neon colour, constant movement and an innovation of architecture that lights up your TV screen. It's not going to jump off the screen for originality, but "Push" is different enough to be entertaining.

• My Rating: 6.75/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 23% (4.3/10)
• IMDb: 6.0/10