The storyline is pretty generic, with a squad engaged in overseas security work against terrorist attacks. We have seen quite a number of the same kinds of movies over the years. As such, I don't see anything great or new out of it.
The pace is alright, with actions almost every 10 minutes to keep you awake all the way.
The actions are rather flat, plain, and NO BIG DEAL! If you wish to see new tactical attacks, weapons, and actions, I m afraid that you will be disappointed badly. Because what is presented is almost identical to what you would have seen in any Hollywood film 5 years ago!
The character development is fair. Of all the characters, the female is the most outstanding, while the rest are just playing a flat role, without much 'remembering points'. Somehow I do not see the synergy or x-factor within the team that made me like them!
A few weaknesses that I picked up are:
Firstly, some parts are pretty predictable! You will roughly know either this or that will be sacrificed during the operation, and true enough..! Ha!!
Secondly, the acting skills of Aarif Lee are so STIFF and unnatural! He is NOT the material for this movie!! Also, his role is rather EXTRA and unnecessary! The sentimental value between him and his dad, or Max Chang and his dad. Is so vague, and meaningless!
Thirdly, the fight scene between the 2 females is rather iconic and "embarrassing"! The female villain looks so tough and strong! BUT she was defeated easily! I turned to my friend beside with my two hands open + thousand and one questionmarks in my mind.. "What???"
Finally, the ending is so "FAILED"! I expect to see some exciting and challenging operations at the end, BUT... again.. I open my 2 hands with my mouth open, looking at my fren beside.. "What??" again!!!!
Well, I gave 4/10. It's truly a disappointment! I love Max Chang (Zhang Jin), BUT he doesn't shine and add much value to this movie at all! Overall, it's quite a failed + forgettable movie!
