Machete Kills Reviews
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Queue Score
NathanDirector is "meh" on
Machete Kills
Rating: 5.2/10
Machete Kills is a loud, messy, and nonsensical sequel that mistakes being weird for being clever. The film doubles down on the grindhouse aesthetic and star-studded cast. This film is filled with chaotic and unfunny barrage of random ideas.
Highlights
- Eclectic Cast: The film features a wildly eclectic and ambitious cast, including Mel Gibson, Lady Gaga, and Antonio Banderas, in completely ridiculous roles.
- Over-the-top Aesthetic: Robert Rodriguez fully commits to the schlocky, B-movie aesthetic, with a memorable fake trailer for "Machete Kills Again...In Space."
Criticisms
- Incoherent Story: The screenplay is a chaotic mess, with a nonsensical plot and no narrative logic or emotional stakes.
- Underdeveloped Characters: The characters are one-dimensional and often unceremoniously killed off, with no development beyond a gimmick or cameo.
- Lazy Filmmaking: The film feels lazy and self-indulgent, with cheap-looking special effects and frantic editing.
Verdict
Machete Kills is a spectacular misfire that's a messy, unfunny, and self-indulgent sequel. It's recommended only for die-hard fans of Robert Rodriguez's style; others will find it a chaotic and pointless mess.
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Trevor Coyle loved
Machete Kills
just as bad as the first one but with Mel Gibson and amber heard. Need to finish the series now cause who know whatβll happen. By far the best movie franchise ever.
2y
Argeries Pries liked
Machete Kills
This movie is great for what it is. Take it for that and enjoy an old school feel to it.
2y