The newest iteration of the Kingsman series is the prequel ‘The King’s Man’. After a not so successful sequel the creators took a new approach by going back in time to the origins of The Secret Service and The Golden Circle.
Using world history as a tool to help the plot is an interesting move that I absolutely love. Aligning WW1 events like Rasputin and the assassination of the Archduke with the plot really adds a whole new level to the film.
There is a new cast this time with the introduction of the legendary Ralph Fiennes, but other than him there isn’t really anyone note worthy to mention about their performance.
The plot is a really interesting one, a sinister organisation trying to alter the world, with a good organisation trying to expose it. Sounds exactly like James Bond, right? Well, there are a few subtle differences, mainly being that this movie is based on a ‘what if’ scenario.
As a whole, the storyline does go somewhere decent, which for some reason doesn’t happen a lot these days. By far the greatest thing about this film is the fight choreography, which is a trademark of the Kingsman series. Each fight brings something special to the theatre experience, it is really seen to be believed. The exceptional fight scenes are a major reason why the John Wick films are such successful franchise.
The King’s Man film lives up to the expectations of fans, it may even lift it up a little bit. It is rare for a third film to get even better.
4/5
