The revenge action thriller "A Working Man," directed by David Ayer, seemed like it could easily succeed for Jason Statham given its source material. Adapted from Chuck Dixon’s novel “Levon’s Trade,” the film incorporates familiar elements designed to appeal not only to the actor's talents but also to his most dedicated fans. Sadly, the movie doesn't quite come together and feels lifeless, predictable, and forgettabl…

"A Working Man" unintentionally comes across as a parody of American action movies. The story centers on a man who previously served in the military and now works for a construction company that builds homes for migrant families. He sets out to rescue the family’s daughter—portrayed as an idealized figure—from ruthless Russian human traffickers. Everything feels amplified beyond reality. The depiction of the w…

A Working Man isn’t flawless, but I found myself enjoying it quite a bit, despite a few reservations. Jason Statham rarely lets me down in an action movie, and since I like his work, I pretty much expected to have some fun with this one. Statham is excellent, of course; without him, the film wouldn’t be nearly as engaging. Aside from the former British diver – it's still hard to believe that’s the same person! – t…

This movie, "A Working Man," serves as a clear illustration of how a film can miss the mark on nearly every level within its chosen category. It lacks exciting action, interesting characters, and any real effort to bring something new or explore the story in a meaningful way; what resulted is a disappointing, completely unremarkable presentation from David Ayer. Jason Statham tries his hardest to improve a movi…

This movie, "A Working Man," serves as a clear demonstration of how a film can miss the mark on nearly every level within its chosen category. It lacks any exciting action, interesting characters, or even a single attempt to bring something new or explore the story in a meaningful way; what we get from David Ayer is a disappointing and completely unremarkable moviegoing experience. Jason Statham puts forth cons…