“G20” held the potential to be amusing if approached as a satirical work. Instead of crafting a humorous send-up of current trends—specifically, stories overly focused on powerful women and lengthy explanations of female empowerment—the filmmakers opted for a serious tone. The outcome is nonsensical and occasionally produces unintentional laughs. This issue is compounded by casting decisions that seem baffling.…

This movie, G20, doesn't work at all—it’s a complete letdown across the board. The performers are the only good thing about it; Viola Davis and Antony Starr give committed performances. Director Patricia Riggen seemed to want to convey a sense of justice and strength, but what we get is just an empty story that follows predictable patterns and doesn't make much sense. The action sequences are frequently difficult …