After much speculation, the first real reactions for Ang Lee's mysterious action/thriller Gemini Man are finally in and the early word seems to be increasingly positive, with critics hailing it as a technical marvel with wild action sequences that should absolutely be seen on the biggest screens imaginable.
While the plot is said to be relatively straightforward, Ang Lee's expert direction, the high-stakes action and an incredible performance from its 2x Academy Award-nominated leading man Will Smith seem to more than make up for any possible shortcomings the story may have. A few critics also single out Mary Elizabeth Winstead for giving a strong performance her first true action role, which should make this a perfect appetizer for her big leading role in next year's Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn).
With just under a month to go, we should be hearing a whole lot more about Gemini Man in the coming weeks, but this positive early buzz is definitely good news for a film that's flown somewhat under the radar these past few months.
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Gemini Man is an innovative action-thriller starring Will Smith as Henry Brogan, an elite assassin, who is suddenly targeted and pursued by a mysterious young operative that seemingly can predict his every move. The film is directed by Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Ang Lee and produced by renown producers Jerry Bruckheimer, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger. Also starring are Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Clive Owen and Benedict Wong.
Gemini Man features:
Will Smith as Henry Brogen/Junior
Clive Owen as Clay Varris
Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Danny
Benedict Wong as Baron
Linda Emond as Lassiter
Theodora Miranne as Kitty
Douglas Birch in an undisclosed role
Gemini Man hits theaters October 11