Vengeance considers lofty ideas but doesn't quite solidify. Collective consciousness, cultural fragmentation, identity, and disconnection are explored through a meta lens, but Vengeance's conclusion is thematically questionable. Consequently, its musings don't fully blossom. This is a shame since there's witty humor, compelling mystery, dynamic characters, clever dialogue, earned twists, setup/payoff, and sincere vulnerability. Plus, the acting is layered, ranged, well-timed, and physical. Still, because Vengeance muddles its closing messages, viewers might be more disappointed than that craft deserves. Its writing is admirable, but unfortunately, its flaw is influential.
Technically, Vengeance is capable. Its visuals use composition, lighting, and framing to evoke humor and drama. The editing employs varied montages, fluid pacing, smash cuts, and jump cuts. The sound creates unity through split cuts, voiceovers, overlapping, echoes, and risers. The effects offer mild blood and explosions. Meanwhile, the casting optimizes each role (especially Kutcher), the production design juxtaposes American lifestyles, and musical motifs punctuate emotions. Also, the direction blends genres and tones. Thus, Vengeance's proficient filmmaking supports its material. Overall, it doesn't achieve every ambitious goal, but Vengeance is still enjoyable and substantial.
Writing: 8/10
Direction: 7/10
Cinematography: 6/10
Acting: 8/10
Editing: 8/10
Sound: 7/10
Score/Soundtrack: 7/10
Production Design: 6/10
Casting: 7/10
Effects: 7/10
Overall Score: 7.1/10
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