Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.

A movie that not only functions as a solid scarefest but a razor-sharp satire.

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

Charlize theron delivers in all seriousness how good she can play any character. Unfortunately the rest of the cast was disappointing within this simple plot. you will enjoy some nice cinematography during the intense combat fights, which is the gem of the whole film. overall acting was bad, mostly overacted either bei the actor or the screenplay itself. They obsiously didn't have anyone for research, as I noticed the horrible way they implemented german language into the film. The german speaking by english actors was bad and barely understandable. Also the german writings on the protesters signs were wrong and awful. if a movie is happening during a historical event, why are we seeing a german population based on 80% punks?! And by the way, punks don't usually dance to american rap music. So what else do we get? For our ears, we receive some cheesy 80s music, which doesn't really show off what germans actually listened in the radio. For our eyes, we see a decade without any ugly glasses or silly fashion in colorful settings to turn the grey of the past into a colorful cheesecake. So its basically just a fictional movie using a historical event.If u like combat fights with all its brutality and smooth cinematography, you will enjoy this film. Otherwise, skip it!

Charlize Theron is great in everything she does and this movie was no exception. I've never seen her in a role such as this but I'd say she pulled it off.This was a high octane spy-vs.-spy movie. When you aren't trying to figure out who all the players are and their roles you are entertained by some butt kicking. This movie had some incredible fight scenes. Theron had to be in remarkable shape to do these long, almost Daredevil-esque, fight scenes. And don't think that her character, Lorraine, was just running through faceless goons like Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon. It was give and take: she would give some serious licks and take some serious licks as well. They made a point of showing just how badly battered she was after a few brutal dust-ups.But the fighting alone couldn't save this movie. I think it suffered from a weak script in which they tried to be too clever. Within the story Lorraine is tasked with acquiring a list of names of spies stationed in Berlin in '89. Obviously, a list such as this is very sensitive and valuable, especially considering that one of the spies is a double agent. Once you get into double agent talk a plot can get kind of wild with crosses and double crosses and what's really going on.My only other gripe, which may paint me as a prude, is that I had no need for the soft core girl on girl action between Theron and Sofia Boutella. I guess they were trying to depict Lorraine as they would any male super-spy by having her creatively beat people up, deftly use firearms, dress chic, and have sex with a beautiful girl. Thanks, but no thanks. I'm sure this appeals to the 18-25 male audience but I'm past that demographic and I was never much into that anyway.Theron was great but the movie wasn't and that happens. There were other big names in it: James McAvoy and John Goodman. They did their due diligence but I still say they could only make the movie slightly above average.

Really enjoyed this film, some of her fight scenes were absolutely fantastic, the 10 minute scene in the building in berlin was amazing, i truly thought it was all done in one long take (until I read otherwise) with her being thrown down stairs, stabbing/shooting and beating the crap of about 10 guys all the way down! I like the gay storyline as its different, she obviously looks gorgeous as ever and seems to be convincing in any character she's given. James macavoy is a personal favourite anyway, but he is also a great "bad guy" and love his scenes. The film had me guessing right the way through and LOVE the ending. Its not a film you have to see at the cinema, but great if it comes on the tele and want a unique, action packed watch!

This is your typical spy story but the girl is a serial killer of other spies. All the killing action was super good until the french girl gets it. She was much too easy to kill and the killings after that were not combative. I guessed who Satchel was. The dvd extras of Charlize training for fights were great.