F. Gary Gray’s “Lift” is a glossy, forgettable action film that follows the well-trodden path of heist movie clichés. Starring Kevin Hart as Cyrus, the leader of a high-tech criminal team, the film lacks depth in characters, leaving audiences with little emotional investment in their success. The screenplay by Daniel Kunka fails to provide compelling dialogue, and the special effects often feel detached from reality, resembling a video game experience. The plot, involving a convoluted setup with Interpol and a terrorist group led by Jean Reno, contributes to the overall hollowness of the film. Despite attempts at variety with aerial shots of European destinations, “Lift” relies on generic action tropes, making it suitable only for mindless entertainment during a flight. Visit afdah for more!
Summary: Follows a master thief and his Interpol Agent ex-girlriend who team up to steal $500 million in gold bullion being transported on an A380 passenger flight.
Countries: United StatesLanguages: English, Italian
