The Veteran

Lots of action and very little else. A film for the men only - just worth watching. Sit down with a few beers.

Half way through I was thinking this was one of the best British flicks I've ever seen. A few twists with a rampaging finish that left me thinking that was really good but that it had promised more. This is almost 2 films in 1 and certainly worth a watch.

This is a strange little film. I don't know why a veteran would come back to a flat that was stuck in 1973 decor, but that's what happens. It's a slow burner, this one, with the local gang making everyone's life a misery as a background subplot, while our veteran is recruited by MI5 and then the story starts. It will take a few viewings this will, because the main story isn't laboured as in American films. It's not a heroic film either as the action is wholly believable and the vet is no superman. The end came as a surprise - well, not really, but I was expecting more satisfaction out of the main plot. There's a nice action sequence at the end, which should leave you thinking a bit more about the whole story. So why just 3 1/2 stars? Well, as I said, the main plot is a little hard to follow and there's a frustration in the film I just couldn't shake. I did end up buying the film though, because, as I said, I think it bears repeat viewing to get the best out of it. In general, I would give it a thumbs up, but don't expect Die Hard, Bond or Bourne.

Good film, with good, believable performances especially from the lead who was brilliant throughout. The plot line involving a greater conspiracy, I felt was not made clear enough and a certain amount of supposition was needed. But having said that its a film that certainly keeps your attention right up until the brutal end, and perhaps one of the most realistic gunfights I've ever seen on film!!

VERY DISAPPOINTING though the first half was good then i thought it would get better but NO the end was rubbish dont waste your time into watching this