Olympus Has Fallen provides an enjoyable action thriller from beginning to end. The initial portion effectively establishes the foundation, paying particular attention to connections between characters, notably Mike Banning and the president's family. This rapport creates investment in the unfolding events, which then moves into the intense, chaotic second half. By the final moments, the president’s address brings a …

It's a really good film, full of constant action sequences. There’s plenty of dramatic tension too. It centers on a fairly typical group of wild characters attempting to seize control of the White House.

Olympus Has Fallen seems to mock America’s safety through absurdity and displays of patriotism. A British men's magazine, Zoo, described it as “Die Hard in the White House,” apparently catering to its readership’s tastes for action-packed thrills. To be fair, Antoine Fuqua’s patriotic take on a national terrorist attack is precisely that: a copy of "Die Hard" that follows the same story structure exactly. The plot re…

Among the many films following the "_Die Hard in an (X)_" formula, "_Die Hard in the White House_" is a passable entry. The plot feels familiar and the special effects are noticeably poor, but the opening scene depicting the assault on the White House stands out; it's genuinely impressive. _Final rating:★★½ - It had elements I liked, but ultimately didn’t succeed._

Olympus Has Fallen functions essentially as a contemporary reimagining of Die Hard, swapping out Bruce Willis for Gerard Butler and Nakatomi Plaza with the White House. Gerard Butler delivers an adequate portrayal of Mike Banning. Antoine Fuqua managed reasonably well given the material at hand, and there are some intense action sequences that nearly make it worthwhile. However, the film’s biggest problem lies in its…