Movie Review: Leo: Bloody Sweet

 

Michael's Movie Grade: B

A really fun action flick from India. 

This movie has a very simple and familiar premise. A man lives a peaceful life and seems just like a regular guy. However, when bad people mess with his family, he turns very violent and kills them all like a pro. This makes people begin to question just what his past is. We have seen this type of story many times, however it is very well told here. I love that this film not only has its (extremely) violent action scenes, but it also takes a further effect into the effect this violence has on the characters. This works especially well when it comes to his youngest daughter. Most of this type of film, would simply overlook how such violence might affect the little kid in the picture. However, this movie takes a very well-done look into the effect such violence would have. While this is not the focus of the film, it does add an extra layer that makes this movie feel more human. You also see how much of an effect this violence has on the main character. While he is never afraid for himself, the way that this might affect his family pays an emotional toll on him. This again adds a very effective human element. Of course, though this is first and foremost an action film and the action is excellent. This is the type of over the top and very bloody action that is simply a lot of fun to watch. Plus, many of these action sequences are well thought out set pieces that are wonderfully choregraphed and staged. This movie also works very well as a suspense film. Many of the suspense sequences are very tense and simply wonderful. The story also keeps you guessing at times whether it will go down the obvious path or not. 

On the downside the villains are all very bland here, with nothing that makes them feel especially memorable. These are just typical movie villains we have seen many times before. This film also has no need to be as long as it is. Because of this it can feel overstuffed and can really drag in some parts. 

While this may not be perfect, it is a really funny and quite well-made action movie.