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Movie Picks: Action

Action movies typically follow a character as they go through crazy scenarios filled with violence and chases, and physical feats. When watching an action film, I look for there to be a good balance between the actual action sequences and the moments in between that carry the narrative and keep the story progressing to the end. I love a good stylistic and riveting action movie and there are so many great ones so it was pretty hard to choose just a handful to highlight. Without further ado, here is a list of some of the action films I really enjoy:




Drive (2011)

This film is absolutely visually captivating. The action sequences are made even more tense through the juxtaposition of the quietness and almost calming tone that is conveyed throughout the majority of the film.









Baby Driver (2017)

I love how music is used in the film, taking the tracks playing on Baby’s iPod and synchronizing the action occurring on screen to it. Even though the film is packed with car chases and wild action, there is still plenty of space for character development and an endearing love story.








Dunkirk (2017)

An intense and powerful war film that adds to the overall emotional impact by revealing little to nothing about the main characters. This parallels how soldiers in the war probably didn’t have much time to divulge their life stories to each other while fighting for their lives. It’s captivating and hard to look away from even though it covers the horrors of war.







Ready Player One (2018)

An awesome ride through pop culture nostalgia. The effects are pretty amazing and regardless of whether or not you get all of the references, the story is fun and watching it unfold is extremely entertaining.









Scott Pilgrim vs. The World (2010)

Brilliant, refreshing, and stylistically unique. There are some great comedic moments with a bit of heart peaking through at the end. Overall a visually awesome and pretty fast paced movie that keeps you wanting to watch to see what crazy stuff is going to go down next.

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