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Dome Pondering Movie Review: The Man from Toronto (2022)


What is it about? 

After an average screw-up is mistaken for an assassin, they must work together to accomplish the mission at hand to break free from other restraints as well. 

Who is in it?

Kevin Hart - Teddy Jackson

Woody Harrelson - The Man from Toronto

Favorite Scene: 

Teddy is on his first assignment from The Man from Toronto and is in a conference room, and must find out key information. What happens next is Teddy's goofiness shining through awkwardly. 

Favorite Quote: 

Teddy: [About his minute photos] What's that, for your little serial killer wall?
The Man From Toronto: You think you'd make the wall? Come on, man. You're barely fridge material.

Review: 

This one lasted on the "My Watch" list for a few years. After finally getting to it, I wasn't disappointed. 

Woody Harrelson is one of those actors for me who typically isn't in bad stuff, so this one got the benefit of the doubt. While I love Kevin Hart, the trailer alone felt very similar to a recent run of movies he's done, in a similar role, all of which, to be fair, are very entertaining. Just add this one to the list. 

The Man from Toronto was very entertaining. The plot wasn't overly clever or profound, and Hart was what he does best, and yet, it still had me laughing out loud throughout the film. And as expected, Harrelson was good in his role. 

The standout for this solid film is that it is a very visually appealing film. Especially the fighting scenes. 

All in all, this was a solid effort. Nothing new. Nothing deep. Simple plot. Good action. Solid acting. Funny lines. Good entertainment. 

Grade: 3/5

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