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The French answer to Ong Bak coulda been the final word, with superior production values and a serviceable if not exactly profound story-line (how much story can you get in an 80 minute film that's 50% action though?). Unfortunately it's let down by "Hollywood style" over-editing of the action scenes. David Belle & Cyril Raffaelli have *real* skills, and showing them off is the raison de etre of the film - so why chop most of the best moves into 3 separate shots, so we can't really appreciate them? It's a tribute to the performers and Raffaelli's choreography that they're still amazing to watch! I'd love to see a re-edit that simply removes the unnecessary insert shots and shows the moves in their full glory. Despite this objection, I still rate the film 8/10 :)

I don't know quite what I just saw. I'll have to watch it at least a few more times before I make a proper review, but for NOW, let me just attest that the action was so intensely awesome that I forgot to breath; I actually found myself short of breath more than once just from watching.I have followed eastern action cinema for years and have been continuously intrigued and impressed with their inventiveness and physical expression, but without doubt this film has not just raised the bar for western martial arts/action movies but for the entire Action Movie genre.The stunt work is flawlessly executed, and utterly amazing. These guys are insanely talented, and whilst they do what they do best, you just cannot but sit in awe.I was so excited after watching this film I felt sick!

This is an action film that will have you saying 'wow' on a few occasions and then have you questioning if its actually any good.As a showcase for free running and action film its immense and the best example of free running I've seen in a film so far, even better than Casino Royale. The film around it is a little weak and uninspired though. Its just basic stuff but i have to give the film a thumbs up for sheer over achievement on the technical side.Its like watching a really good advert that goes on for just a bit too long but still leaves you with the feeling that you've experienced something quite fresh and unique.I cant really say a great deal more about the film, the stunt work pretty much does all the talking and gives the film a 7/10 all by itself. The rest is forgettable.