John Wick
2014
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FILMBOT SCORE
8.25
Thriller: 7.18
Action: 8.72
Action / Fight Choreography / Stunts
9.51
Justification
Like a symphony of violence, the choreography here is razor-sharp and balletic, with every punch, throw, and gunshot landing with the weight of a sledgehammer wrapped in silk. The camera’s clarity and the actors’ commitment—especially Reeves’ own stunt work—elevate the action to a genre-redefining spectacle, setting a new gold standard for Western action cinema.
Individual Runs
9.47
9.47
9.59
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Ambition
6.75
Justification
John Wick doesn’t aim for Shakespearean grandeur, but its ambition gleams in every balletic gunfight and neon-lit corner of its mythic underworld; while the emotional and thematic depth is shallow, the film’s creative risks and genre-defining style prove that ambition can roar even in a lean, focused revenge tale.
Individual Runs
6.75
6.84
6.67
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CGI Effects
8.24
Justification
The CGI here is the silent partner in a brutal ballet—never showy, always in step with the film’s practical mayhem, and aging with the grace of a well-worn leather jacket; while it won’t win any innovation awards, its subtlety and seamlessness keep the illusion bulletproof, even if the blood sometimes looks a touch too digital.
Individual Runs
8.51
8.23
7.97
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Casting
8.83
Justification
Keanu Reeves slips into the assassin’s suit like it was tailored for his soul, anchoring a cast that’s as sharp and well-chosen as a rack of bespoke weapons—while the film’s Eurocentric underworld may lack diversity, the chemistry crackles and every face feels carved from the mythos itself.
Individual Runs
8.79
8.86
8.83
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Characters
7.65
Justification
John Wick’s characters are a sleek arsenal: the titular assassin is loaded with mythic grief and lethal charisma, while the supporting cast are stylish silhouettes—archetypal, effective, but rarely more than shadows in his wake. The film’s emotional core and genre-defining impact are undeniable, even if most of its denizens are more function than flesh.
Individual Runs
7.62
7.63
7.7
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Cinematography
8.81
Justification
With neon-drenched bravado and a camera that glides like a panther through glass and gunfire, the cinematography here is a masterclass in clarity and style—balancing kinetic action with painterly composition, it’s as if every frame was sharpened on the edge of Wick’s resolve. While not reinventing the visual wheel, the film’s slick lighting, purposeful movement, and razor-sharp focus set a new gold standard for modern action aesthetics.
Individual Runs
8.76
8.8
8.86
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Colour Grading
9.02
Justification
With its icy blues, neon veins, and shadow-drenched corners, the colour grading here is a bulletproof suit—stylish, genre-savvy, and emotionally loaded, never sacrificing clarity for flair. The palette’s evolution may be subtle rather than showy, but it’s a masterclass in mood, seamlessly fusing mythic underworld cool with the raw ache of vengeance.
Individual Runs
8.99
9.04
9.03
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Continuity / Plot Holes
9.05
Justification
Like a well-oiled gun, the film’s continuity and internal logic rarely misfire—minor bullet holes and time jumps are par for the genre, never jamming the relentless narrative or shattering immersion. Its world of assassins runs with clockwork precision, making any nitpicks feel like stray casings on an otherwise spotless firing range.
Individual Runs
9.03
9.07
9.04
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Direction
8.36
Justification
Stahelski’s direction is a neon-drenched ballet of bullets, fusing balletic violence with mythic world-building to elevate a simple revenge tale into a visually arresting, emotionally charged spectacle—proof that when style and substance tango, action cinema can truly sing.
Individual Runs
8.41
8.23
8.44
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Editing
8.92
Justification
The editing slices through the narrative with the precision of a master assassin—relentless in action, lean in storytelling, and never losing its pulse, even if it plays things safe creatively. While it doesn’t reinvent the wheel, the razor-sharp pacing and clarity set a new gold standard for modern action, making every cut feel like a bullet with purpose.
Individual Runs
8.95
8.9
8.92
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Execution Of Premise / Pitch / Concept
9.08
Justification
Like a bullet from Wick’s own arsenal, the film’s execution of its premise is swift, precise, and stylish—transforming a simple revenge setup into a mythic ballet of violence and grief. While some emotional beats and side characters don’t get their moment in the spotlight, the relentless focus, inventive world-building, and kinetic action elevate this from pulp to pop-culture legend.
Individual Runs
9.13
9.21
8.89
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Hair & Make Up
8.26
Justification
The hair and make-up in this film don’t shout for attention, but instead work with assassin-like precision—every bruise, bead of sweat, and slicked-back strand tells a story of escalating violence and world-weariness. While there’s no jaw-dropping transformation, the gritty realism and meticulous continuity keep the film’s pulse pounding and its underworld believably battered.
Individual Runs
8.3
8.27
8.2
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Humour Quality
8.04
Justification
The film’s humour is a masterclass in dry, deadpan wit—never stealing the spotlight, but always lurking in the shadows like a sly assassin, perfectly timed and delivered with a straight face by a cast who never break character. While it won’t have you rolling in the aisles, its clever restraint and wry subversion of action tropes add a sly sparkle to the relentless carnage, making the world of assassins feel both mythic and oddly relatable.
Individual Runs
7.87
8.35
7.91
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Immersion / Plausibility
8.82
Justification
Immersion here is a bullet to the heart—relentless, stylish, and unwavering, with a criminal underworld so meticulously crafted you can almost smell the gun oil and taste the Continental’s whiskey. While the violence is mythic and the realism slightly stylized, the film’s internal logic and emotional throughline never flinch, pulling you deep into its noir-tinted rabbit hole without ever breaking the spell.
Individual Runs
8.75
8.9
8.8
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Intangibles
8.59
Justification
John Wick doesn’t just fire bullets—it fires itself straight into the action movie hall of fame with a cocktail of mythic cool, balletic violence, and a world so distinctive it feels conjured from the pages of a graphic novel. While its emotional core is simple, the film’s swagger, iconic moments, and seismic influence on the genre leave a legacy that’s as stylish as it is unforgettable.
Individual Runs
8.74
8.42
8.62
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Lead Acting
7.84
Justification
Keanu Reeves turns John Wick into a silent storm—his grief and rage simmer beneath a stoic surface, but it’s his relentless, balletic physicality that truly electrifies the screen. While the emotional palette is intentionally muted, Reeves’ commitment to the role—both in bruising action and iconic presence—cements Wick as a modern action legend, even if the performance rarely strays from its brooding lane.
Individual Runs
7.76
7.8
7.95
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Originality
7.49
Justification
While the bones of the story are classic revenge fare, John Wick’s emotional hook—a dog as the heartstring—injects a jolt of sincerity into the genre, and its neon-drenched world-building and balletic “gun-fu” choreography have left a permanent mark on action cinema. It’s not a revolution, but it’s a slick, stylish remix that makes the familiar feel ferociously fresh.
Individual Runs
7.46
7.64
7.38
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Practical Effects / SFX
8.94
Justification
These practical effects don’t just bleed—they thunder, crash, and shatter with a tactile bravado that puts most CGI-laden actioners to shame; while not reinventing the wheel, the film’s commitment to physical stunts and squibs crafts a gritty ballet of violence that feels as real as a punch to the gut and twice as stylish.
Individual Runs
8.94
8.97
8.91
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Predictability / Twists
3.83
Justification
This film marches in a straight line of vengeance, telegraphing its every move with the subtlety of a sledgehammer—there are no real twists or narrative sleights of hand, just a relentless, satisfying payoff that trades surprise for mythic momentum. Predictability reigns, but the film’s confidence in its own legend-building makes the lack of surprises feel like a deliberate, stylish choice rather than a narrative failing.
Individual Runs
3.85
3.85
3.78
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Premise / Concept
8.33
Justification
Like a bullet through a pane of glass, this premise shatters the tired revenge formula with its raw, personal hook—a widower’s grief weaponized by the loss of a dog—while the mythic, stylized underworld gives familiar beats a fresh, adrenaline-soaked sheen. It’s a concept as clear and marketable as a neon sign, instantly intriguing and tailor-made for action junkies, even if true character growth takes a backseat to cathartic carnage.
Individual Runs
8.52
8.07
8.41
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Production & Art Design
8.95
Justification
The production and art design here is a symphony of neo-noir bravado and mythic world-building, where every marble floor, gold coin, and neon-lit corridor feels meticulously curated for maximum immersion. While not every symbolic flourish lands with thunder, the film’s tactile textures, iconic props, and instantly recognizable sets create a criminal underworld so vivid, you can almost smell the gunpowder and aftershave.
Individual Runs
9.08
8.87
8.9
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Rewatchability
7.97
Justification
Like a well-oiled pistol, this film fires on all cylinders when it comes to rewatchability—not because of hidden depths or labyrinthine plots, but thanks to its relentless, balletic action and a neon-soaked world that’s always a pleasure to revisit, even if its emotional and narrative layers are as straightforward as a headshot. The dialogue may not deepen with age, but the genre-defining choreography and iconic coolness ensure it never loses its
Individual Runs
7.92
7.89
8.09
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Score / Soundtrack
7.32
Justification
The score and soundtrack pulse with slick, adrenaline-fueled energy, fusing electronic grit and orchestral muscle to perfectly suit the film’s neon-soaked carnage—even if the motifs don’t quite etch themselves into cinematic legend, the music’s propulsive drive and genre-savvy swagger make it a memorable, if not iconic, companion to every bullet and brawl.
Individual Runs
7.19
7.38
7.38
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Script / Screenplay / Dialogue
7.89
Justification
The script slices through cliché with a sharpened edge, delivering a lean, propulsive revenge tale that’s as efficient as a headshot—while its dialogue and world-building add a mythic gloss, the emotional and thematic depth sometimes take a backseat to the relentless, stylish momentum. It’s a slick, muscular screenplay that knows exactly what it wants to be, even if it rarely strays from its own well-oiled path.
Individual Runs
8.16
7.8
7.72
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Sound Design / Audio Mix
8.54
Justification
John Wick’s sound design is a symphony of gunfire and grit—each bullet and bone-crunch lands with bespoke, tactile ferocity, while the audio mix slices through chaos with razor-sharp clarity. Though it stops short of genre-defining immortality, its immersive layers and relentless punch have set a new gold standard for modern action cinema’s sonic arsenal.
Individual Runs
8.46
8.51
8.65
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Story
7.97
Justification
The story barrels forward with the precision of a well-oiled firearm: its structure is clean, its world-building is a bulletproof vest of originality, and its conflicts are as sharp as a switchblade—though don’t expect much moral ambiguity or philosophical depth beneath the blood-soaked surface. It’s a revenge tale that doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but polishes it to a mirror shine and lets it spin with relentless, satisfying momentum.
Individual Runs
7.96
8.0
7.96
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Support Acting
7.82
Justification
The supporting cast in this bullet ballet doesn’t just fill space—they carve out memorable niches with gravitas, menace, and sly wit, even if most are orbiting archetypes rather than reinventing the wheel. Nyqvist’s layered villainy, Dafoe’s stoic warmth, and McShane’s enigmatic cool elevate the film’s underworld, though the physical demands and character arcs rarely push beyond genre comfort zones.
Individual Runs
8.06
7.77
7.63
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Themes / Commentaries
6.29
Justification
The film’s themes of grief and vengeance are as clear and direct as a bullet to the chest—emotionally charged and tightly woven into the narrative, but rarely straying beyond the surface or sparking much philosophical rumination. While the world-building hints at deeper codes and metaphors, the commentary is content to lurk in the shadows, never daring to challenge or provoke, instead letting the action do most of the talking.
Individual Runs
6.21
6.34
6.32
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Wardrobe / Costume
9.21
Justification
John Wick’s wardrobe is a masterclass in lethal elegance—razor-sharp tailoring, bulletproof bravado, and a monochrome palette that’s as iconic as it is functional, setting a new gold standard for action cinema style while never sacrificing authenticity or narrative punch. If suits could kill, these would leave a body count.
Individual Runs
9.23
9.21
9.18
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