Accident Man: Hitman's Holiday
Plot
Accident Man: Hitman's Holiday follows the titular character, Mike Fallon (Scott Adkins), as he embarks on a mission to protect the wayward son of a mafia boss from being eliminated by rival assassins. The film picks up where its predecessor left off, with Fallon having retired from his life of killing and seeking redemption. When the errant son of a powerful mafia figure, Marco (Ray Muzyka), is put in harm's way by a group of top-tier hitmen, Fallon is reluctantly drawn back into the world he thought he'd left behind. With the help of his only friend, Ray Burns (Michael Jai White), Fallon must use all his skills and cunning to take down the killers sent to eliminate Marco. As Fallon navigates this treacherous landscape, he also finds himself rekindling a romantic connection with his former flame, Lisa (Amy Johnston). Their complicated past is slowly revealed through a series of flashbacks, adding depth to their characters and the narrative as a whole. Throughout the film, Fallon faces off against an impressive array of assassins, each with their own unique style and set of skills. From a deadly female fighter to a tech-savvy killer, these adversaries pose a formidable challenge to Fallon's abilities. As the stakes grow higher and the body count rises, Fallon must confront his demons and re-examine his reasons for being in the game. The film's action sequences are relentless and well-choreographed, with a focus on practical effects that adds to their authenticity. In the end, Accident Man: Hitman's Holiday is a thrilling ride filled with plenty of twists and turns. With its blend of humor, style, and over-the-top action, it's sure to please fans of the genre.
Reviews
Adam
It's true that in almost every aspect, this sequel is a step down from the first. It crudely mashes together Hong Kong action-comedy and self-aware Hollywood dark humor, loosely based on Bruce Lee's "Game of Death" tower-climbing concept. However, Adkins finally has a signature role and franchise that edges closer to mainstream Hollywood entertainment, moving beyond the B-movie direct-to-video realm. And purely in terms of action, despite the choreography being somewhat obvious, it's far more enjoyable than something like the recent "Bullet Train."
Camille
If no decent competitor emerges before the end of the year, Adkins' "Accident Man 2" will almost certainly secure the top spot for the best martial arts film of the year. Compared to the first film's still lingering B-movie vibe, the sequel leans towards a more mature form of entertainment. The film features an accelerated narrative pace, improved character development, and a comprehensive upgrade in visual gore, action choreography quality, and intensity, making the first film look like a minor skirmish. Replacing Jesse Johnson with the relatively inexperienced but clearly talented Kirby Brothers as directors was a definite right call. This film also marks Adkins' debut as a credited fight choreographer for his own feature film work, presumably after participating...
Zion
Absolutely atrocious. Never thought I'd see the day where a Scott Adkins film would be unwatchable for me, but here we are. What a letdown.
Amy
Adkins' biggest problem is the lack of good directors and screenwriters.
