I specifically went to see Monkey Man because it is Dev Patel's directorial debut.
I am not a fan of gratuitously violent action packed thrillers but I absolutely loved Monkey Man; the violence was justified as the context was a tale of revenge built on the sturdy bones of morality, ethics and equality.
I don't want to give away the plot, but there were some characters and scenes that were totally unexpected and used in a very clever non-stereotypical and mature way.
The film felt fresh, gripping and amazingly creative. I would give Monkey Man 12 out of 10 stars if I could. I look forward to seeing what Dev Patel will direct over the next five years.
I am not a fan of gratuitously violent action packed thrillers but I absolutely loved Monkey Man; the violence was justified as the context was a tale of revenge built on the sturdy bones of morality, ethics and equality.
I don't want to give away the plot, but there were some characters and scenes that were totally unexpected and used in a very clever non-stereotypical and mature way.
The film felt fresh, gripping and amazingly creative. I would give Monkey Man 12 out of 10 stars if I could. I look forward to seeing what Dev Patel will direct over the next five years.