This Means War
Two top CIA operatives (Chris Pine and Tom Hardy) wage an epic battle of the heart after they discover they're dating the same woman (Reese Witherspoon) in this action-comedy from director McG (Terminator Salvation, Charlie's Angels).
"The world's deadliest CIA operatives are inseparable partners and best friends until they fall for the same woman. Having once helped bring down entire enemy nations, they are now employing their incomparable skills and an endless array of high-tech gadgetry against their greatest nemesis ever – each other." (Official Synopsis)
- Director:
- McG ('Terminator Salvation', 'We Are Marshall', 'Charlie's Angels')
- Writer:
- Timothy DowlingSimon KinbergMarcus Gautesen
- Cast:
- Tom HardyChris PineReese WitherspoonRebel WilsonLaura VandervoortTil Schweiger
Reviews & comments
An American Popcorn Movie
A light,very light fun movie.It is not to be taken seriously.It does work in an odd sort of way.The non believable chase and fight scenes all add to the fun.You never know who Lauren is going to choose until the very end but it all works out fine for everyone. It is also a bit of a chick flick which adds to the appeal for the female audience.
Expected, But Still Entertaining
Okay, I'll admit it - the epicness of Chris Pine and Tom Hardy was the initial lure to this film for me. The chemistry between the pair was fabulous to watch, alongside Reese Witherspoon being her usual charming self. The plot may have been somewhat of a typical rom-com - not usually my thing - but these actors definitely gave the film that extra...
This sh*t means McG
Why Tom? Why? Oh well, even great actors get it badly wrong - just look at most of Richard Burton's later movies as well as most of Michael Caine's 1980's output and as for Robert de Niro... Look, what I'm saying is Tom Hardy is a great actor. TV series such as THE TAKE and OLIVER TWIST; movies such as WARRIOR, BRONSON, INCEPTION and TINKER, TAILOR,...
Extract from theaterofthecommonman.com
Extract from theaterofthecommonman.com There are two types of people in this world: those that love Reese Witherspoon and those that don't. Me? Well, I'd say I lean towards the latter. She definitely has her moments, who could deny her brilliance as June Carter Cash in James Mangold's Walk the Line. But sadly, legal or not, I have never bought into the...
Village Voice
pressActs straightaway like it has an audience eating out of its hand, while neglecting to do anything surprising or delightful to actually seduce that audience.
Variety
pressMisleadingly action-focused ads aside, this uneven affair could score a mid-field femme following.
Total Film
pressIt’s not so much the writing as the easy comedic chemistry between the leads that sells it.
New York Post
pressTo what tier of romantic comedies does This Means War’ belong? You’d have to start at zero and work your way down.
New York Daily News
pressThe kind of rom-com that insults its primary audience and panders to their dates, War is depressingly mean-spirited.
Los Angeles Times
pressWhat you have is some bittersweet fun peppered by bursts of sharp patter, the best between the boys.
Hollywood Reporter
pressThis perfectly dreadful romantic action comedy manages to embarrass its three eminently attractive leading players in every scene.
Empire Magazine
pressSmart, funny and really quite hot, this is worth a look no matter what you think of Charlie's Angels.
Village Voice
pressActs straightaway like it has an audience eating out of its hand, while neglecting to do anything surprising or delightful to actually seduce that audience.
Variety
pressMisleadingly action-focused ads aside, this uneven affair could score a mid-field femme following.
Total Film
pressIt’s not so much the writing as the easy comedic chemistry between the leads that sells it.
New York Post
pressTo what tier of romantic comedies does This Means War’ belong? You’d have to start at zero and work your way down.
New York Daily News
pressThe kind of rom-com that insults its primary audience and panders to their dates, War is depressingly mean-spirited.
Los Angeles Times
pressWhat you have is some bittersweet fun peppered by bursts of sharp patter, the best between the boys.
Hollywood Reporter
pressThis perfectly dreadful romantic action comedy manages to embarrass its three eminently attractive leading players in every scene.
Empire Magazine
pressSmart, funny and really quite hot, this is worth a look no matter what you think of Charlie's Angels.
An American Popcorn Movie
A light,very light fun movie.It is not to be taken seriously.It does work in an odd sort of way.The non believable chase and fight scenes all add to the fun.You never know who Lauren is going to choose until the very end but it all works out fine for everyone. It is also a bit of a chick flick which adds to the appeal for the female audience.
Expected, But Still Entertaining
Okay, I'll admit it - the epicness of Chris Pine and Tom Hardy was the initial lure to this film for me. The chemistry between the pair was fabulous to watch, alongside Reese Witherspoon being her usual charming self. The plot may have been somewhat of a typical rom-com - not usually my thing - but these actors definitely gave the film that extra...
This sh*t means McG
Why Tom? Why? Oh well, even great actors get it badly wrong - just look at most of Richard Burton's later movies as well as most of Michael Caine's 1980's output and as for Robert de Niro... Look, what I'm saying is Tom Hardy is a great actor. TV series such as THE TAKE and OLIVER TWIST; movies such as WARRIOR, BRONSON, INCEPTION and TINKER, TAILOR,...
Extract from theaterofthecommonman.com
Extract from theaterofthecommonman.com There are two types of people in this world: those that love Reese Witherspoon and those that don't. Me? Well, I'd say I lean towards the latter. She definitely has her moments, who could deny her brilliance as June Carter Cash in James Mangold's Walk the Line. But sadly, legal or not, I have never bought into...
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