The lead character has a poorly written backstory which doesn't explain the stories of his sibling or father. So, when they show up, you're confused as to what's happening. Nobody is from the people who brought you John Wick which means that the action is top-notch while the story is severely underwritten with a lot of hushed up moments.
What all did John Wick do before he retired? What is this syndicate really called? Who runs this? How did the associates of Viktor's kid not identify John Wick at the gas station?
There are many similar questions left unanswered in Nobody. But, here's the really good thing about it: Bob Odenkirk owned it. He punches and kicks his way through and gives a thoroughly convincing performance. Could he be the next Liam Neeson? He sells the deadpan delivery, brooding stares and rage. Thankfully, the film is just around 90 minutes and the pace doesn't lag.
So, why am I rating it low: because the story is underdeveloped. Or if this was developed well, it just doesn't show. Action movies usually have a simple plot but we are not in the days of Rambo or Eraser. The third John Wick film showed that you can have an episodic plot with many developments. If you can excuse the lazy writing, you'll enjoy the film. I couldn't excuse the writing mainly because it had more than one writer. So, I enjoyed Odenkirk and the action, but was let down by the rest of it.
What all did John Wick do before he retired? What is this syndicate really called? Who runs this? How did the associates of Viktor's kid not identify John Wick at the gas station?
There are many similar questions left unanswered in Nobody. But, here's the really good thing about it: Bob Odenkirk owned it. He punches and kicks his way through and gives a thoroughly convincing performance. Could he be the next Liam Neeson? He sells the deadpan delivery, brooding stares and rage. Thankfully, the film is just around 90 minutes and the pace doesn't lag.
So, why am I rating it low: because the story is underdeveloped. Or if this was developed well, it just doesn't show. Action movies usually have a simple plot but we are not in the days of Rambo or Eraser. The third John Wick film showed that you can have an episodic plot with many developments. If you can excuse the lazy writing, you'll enjoy the film. I couldn't excuse the writing mainly because it had more than one writer. So, I enjoyed Odenkirk and the action, but was let down by the rest of it.