First Wave Of Reviews For Matthew Vaughn's KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE

First Wave Of Reviews For Matthew Vaughn's KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE

20th Century Fox's latest comic book movie Kingsman: The Secret Service has been screened for critics and now those critics have begun to share their opinion of the film. Hit the jump to find out what they thought of the action-comedy.

By nailbiter111 - Jan 03, 2015 05:01 PM EST
Filed Under: Kingsman

Daniel Craig's James Bond films have been largely influenced by two film franchise, Mike Meyer's Austin Powers and Matt Damon's Jason Bourne films. All of the over-the-top absurdity of Bond, that peaked during the Roger Moore-era, was snuffed out and replaced with a more realistic approach to the character, which began with Martin Campbell's Casino Royale. While Craig's Bond films have been successful they did create a void for an outlandish spy film that it appears will be filled by Matthew Vaughn's Kingsman: The Secret Service. Is it any good? See what the critics have to say.


Variety: "Is as much a comedy as it is an action movie"
"For those who think James Bond has gotten a little too serious in his old age, “Kingsman: The Secret Service” brings the irreverence back to the British spy genre, offering a younger, streetwise variation on the 007 formula while gleefully pushing audiences’ favorite elements — sartorial taste, killer toys and cracked-out supervillains — to hyperbolic extremes." - Peter Debruge


CBR: "A summer movie for winter audiences"
"Overall this is a summer movie masquerading as a winter curiosity. It looks fantastic; the cinematography goes from an inviting green and brown to an almost tongue-in-cheek purple and silver in the final act. The special effects are mind blowing at times, and you'll pardon that pun once you see it, This is a film that contains fight scenes unlike any you've seen before, filled with action and highly entertaining performances that keep the story on track, even as the overlong plot and distracting offensiveness nearly knocks it off course." - Brett White


Hollywood Reporter: "Old-school spycraft meets cartoonish high jinks"
"The true engines of the movie are the chalk-and-cheese contrast between Firth's and Jackson's characters and the understated father-son dynamic between Harry and Eggsy. In his first major big-screen role, Welsh actor Egerton captures the character's resentment and suspicion as well as his longing to make something of himself and to be like Harry, who can coolly lay waste to a barroom of hooligans between sips of his pint. Beyond the unexpected physicality that Firth brings to the part, he imbues Harry with a bone-dry wit." - Sheri Linden


Empire: "Perhaps the riskiest mainstream movie in years"
"It’s got ingenious gadgets, suave heroes with the ability to identify a rare brand of Scotch from smell alone, megalomaniacal villains and deadly henchwomen with blades where their legs used to be. It’s filthy, funny and very violent - and frankly it’s the most fun 007 has been in years."
- Chris Hewitt


The Wrap: "The fifth and, yes, best film from director Matthew Vaughn"
"As for the construction, it’s superb. The action may be ludicrous, but it’s also engaging and delightful; the production design is all tributes and nods to other films and other bits of pop culture, but “Kingsman” also creates a coherent world for itself. The script’s tone, with a few notable disappointments, is also zesty but rarely sour, knowing yet rarely cynical." - James Rocchi


JoBlo: "There are several comedic action sequences that defy description"
"Vaughn gets such great mileage out of his spectacular cast. As noted, Firth is nothing short of perfect; he's the embodiment of classy British charm, and his deadpan delivery is the fitting counterbalance to the raucous going-ons around him. (Just wait until you see the sequence where he absolutely destroys about two dozen people single-handedly.) Jackson, who normally looks like he's having fun, no matter what the role, really shines here; his villain is thoroughly silly, but never less than completely entertaining to watch. It's my favorite Jackson performance in years. "
- Eric Walkuski




KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE - Based upon the acclaimed comic book and directed by Matthew Vaughn (Kick Ass, X-Men: First Class), Kingsman: The Secret Service tells the story of a super-secret spy organization that recruits an unrefined but promising street kid into the agency’s ultra-competitive training program just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius.

In Theaters - February 13, 2015
Cast: Colin Firth, Michael Caine, Taron Egerton, and Samuel L. Jackson
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BlackIceJoe
BlackIceJoe - 1/3/2015, 5:38 PM
It's great to hear that it's good. I hope the film will do well at the box office too.
Emblemmaniac
Emblemmaniac - 1/3/2015, 5:40 PM
Glad to hear that it get's so many great reviews. Looking forward to it a lot
MarkyMarkRises
MarkyMarkRises - 1/3/2015, 5:41 PM
I honestly didn't expect anything below those reviews. It'll be fun to watch when it's released
SoFresh
SoFresh - 1/3/2015, 5:42 PM
[frick] yes, I knew this movie was gonna rock.
HulkOnion
HulkOnion - 1/3/2015, 5:45 PM
Great to know that it turned out well, maybe I'll watch it.
NightBoyWonder
NightBoyWonder - 1/3/2015, 5:45 PM
Pretty much the reviews I was expecting to hear. Can't wait!
SuperCat
SuperCat - 1/3/2015, 5:48 PM
Glad it's getting good reviews. Planned to see it regardless.
Hulksta
Hulksta - 1/3/2015, 5:50 PM
That's the shit.



Can't wait
marvel72
marvel72 - 1/3/2015, 5:50 PM
I will watch it but f*ck knows when.
Jaffi
Jaffi - 1/3/2015, 5:50 PM
Reviews have come out already. Had 100% on RT last time I checked. Good thing too, because it looks [frick]ing amazing.
LastOfKrypton
LastOfKrypton - 1/3/2015, 5:53 PM
I'm happy it's getting positive reviews. If it wasn't for Vaughn there would be no Days of Future Past. Brian Singer The Pervert gets too much credit.
I would love to see Matthew Vaughn direct The Flash or Shazam.
P862010
P862010 - 1/3/2015, 5:53 PM
matthew vaughn hasn't let me down yet

kick ass,layer cake,stardust,x men first class

all very good movies
ALegendaryPanda
ALegendaryPanda - 1/3/2015, 5:53 PM
I'm definitely seeing this on opening night!
Enphlieuwince
Enphlieuwince - 1/3/2015, 5:54 PM


So, it's...okay? To like humor in CBMs again??
MarkyMarkRises
MarkyMarkRises - 1/3/2015, 5:55 PM
^ Good humor
Wannabe
Wannabe - 1/3/2015, 5:56 PM
Pumped for this. Shame it's going to lose to 50 Shades of Grey though. They both come out on the same weekend.
Wannabe
Wannabe - 1/3/2015, 5:56 PM
@Enphlieuwince

Nope. All CBMs must be 2edgy4me or they suck.
NoPhucksGiven
NoPhucksGiven - 1/3/2015, 6:00 PM
This looks kinda weak to me.
JAC
JAC - 1/3/2015, 6:01 PM
Great. I cannot wait to catch it.
MyNameIsKhan
MyNameIsKhan - 1/3/2015, 6:03 PM
Cheers for February 13!!!
Enphlieuwince
Enphlieuwince - 1/3/2015, 6:03 PM
"Good humor"? And you say that as if it's not already implied and completely subjective.
Wannabe
Wannabe - 1/3/2015, 6:04 PM
Vaughn for Spider-Man? I can dig it.
Enphlieuwince
Enphlieuwince - 1/3/2015, 6:07 PM
Additionally, depending on what studio is putting out the movie, the ppl that will be complaining about comedy don't wait to even see if it's "good" before they start bitching. So, let's not even pretend like everyone is getting the same fair shake.
Itsbeenfun
Itsbeenfun - 1/3/2015, 6:07 PM
humor in an action movie is irrelevant to how you execute the film.

A film can be serious and still have humor.

A film can be dark and still have humor.

It's when the humor takes over the tone of the movie so much that it becomes an action comedy.

The difference between Bad Boys and Bond.
GhostDog
GhostDog - 1/3/2015, 6:09 PM
CAN'T WAIT!!!
TheRationalNerd
TheRationalNerd - 1/3/2015, 6:12 PM
I see you Vaughn, the millarverse is just growing I tell you...









Which millarverse comic are you all hoping to see adapted next??
konoyaro
konoyaro - 1/3/2015, 6:14 PM
this is the man who should be behind the Xmen franchise.

goddanm this movie is sweet!
tokens
tokens - 1/3/2015, 6:18 PM
nothing about this film excites me.
like it could get all up on me and tell me it wants my bahdy..
but no. nothing.
mgeoff88
mgeoff88 - 1/3/2015, 6:19 PM
Awww Yeah! I had a good feeling about this movie since day one.

This comes out four days before my birthday too.
TheRationalNerd
TheRationalNerd - 1/3/2015, 6:22 PM
@TheLastSonOfEl

LOL! Yo, that would've been too dope to see, but with Shazam coming out like you said it's all good. But I never read anything about Nemesis, have you read it? I would so, so, so love to see Supercrooks. I'm mad a film for it was never made because it would've made competition for films like Suicide Squad and (possibly) Sinister Six. Man, I really should pick up more of Millar's comics.
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