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Code Name Banshee
2022 93 min United States of America 18+
★4.2
Action, Thriller
Director: Jon Keeyes
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Description
Caleb, a former government assassin in hiding, who resurfaces when his protégé, the equally deadly killer known as Banshee, discovers a bounty has been placed on Caleb's head.
Starring
Jaime King
Actor
Antonio Banderas
Actor
Tommy Flanagan
Actor
Key opinion
Code Name Banshee is widely considered a subpar B-grade action thriller that fails to distinguish itself within the genre. While some viewers appreciate the decent fight choreography and physical presence of the lead actors, these elements are undermined by a weak, unoriginal screenplay and lackluster performances.
| Screenplay | The film relies on a derivative and unremarkable plot that lacks narrative depth. | |
| Pacing | The action sequences and fight choreography provide some entertainment value for those seeking a basic genre exercise. | |
| Acting | Performances from the leads are wooden and fail to elevate the material beyond typecasting. | |
| Cinematography | Technical presentation is inconsistent; some viewers praise the cinematography and bullet effects, while others cite distracting, poor-quality CGI. |