#FinalVerdict:
This spin-off has enough humour, surprise cameos, jaw-dropping/logic-defying car chases & expeditiously choreographed, action sequences along with a wondrous finale.
Pros: Technically, the film is perfectly mounted with finesse. Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham are absolutely charismatic, seem to be walking through their roles with their appreciably strong on-screen chemistry. Idris Elba is despicable to the core. Fiendish! Vanessa Kirby is exceptionally astounding and she even gave Dwayne Johnson run for his money in one of the lavishly shot action sequences. Helen Mirren and Eiza Gonzalez are impressive in their respective cameos. Eddie Marsan as Andreiko is offhand.
After John Wick, Atomic Blonde and Deadpool 2, stunt coordinator-turned-director David M Leitch again proves adept in shooting close-quarters combat. Fantastic direction! Don’t miss the post-credit scene.
Cons: It’s big and dumb at the same time. Sadly, the story is the weakest link. The family angle is underdeveloped, making the sub-plots appear half-baked with no real emotional stakes. Also the runtime of two hours and sixteen minutes act as deterrent.