Dev Patel has proven to be a fabulous actor, but his latest film “Monkey Man” promises a grit and intensity we’ve never seen from the 33-year-old Brit. Even more exciting, the film marks Patel’s directorial debut. Working from a story he conceived, “Monkey Man” looks to be a stylishly fierce action movie as evident by the kinetic first trailer.
In our first look we see Patel playing an anonymous young man known only as Kid who scrapes by working low-paying jobs and street fighting underground. But following the murder of his mother by big city elites, the Kid’s festering pent-up rage boils over, sending him on a John Wick-styled rampage of revenge. But this is no John Wick knockoff. The setting, the cultural inspiration, and the cinematic style give the movie an exhilarating original feel. I can’t wait.
“Monkey Man” hits theaters on April 5th. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.
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I saw this earlier today and HOLY FUCK! That looks insane and intense. Dev Patel is DA MAN!
I can’t wait to see it on the big screen.
50-50 after seeing the trailer.
I’m going to my 18th Wiggles concert on April 5th ❤️💛💜💙
YEP!
I can’t wait!
Impressive trailer. I see your point as far as the cultural aspect of the story helping as additional motivation and drive towards revenge for the lead character. I like what I see here!
I’m really looking forward to it. I love the mix of gritty American action and Bollywood style.
Another great review. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing this one. I’m not a huge fan of this particular genre. However, I do admire Dev Patel who has become one of my favorite actors. He’s always had the ability to take risks playing a wide range of characters. I particularly loved Patel’s work in “The Green Knight”.
I’m REALLY excited for this one. I actually the mashup of genres that he seems to be going for. Hopefully it turns out well.