American Assassin [Blu-ray/DVD] [2017]

This starts out as a standard revenge driven action movie stemming from an unexplained attack and killing. The government spy agencies like what they see in this "man on a mission" and decide to try to recruit him. In comes Michael Keaton as a trainer and overseer for the young recruit, and as with most movies like this, things don't always go as planned, and it has some nice plot twists along the way. This also has a very satisfying ending, and it was nice to see Michael Keaton continue his move toward not so likeable characters, which is a good thing.

The uprising star Dylan O'Brien, really puts action into a whole new level as a CIA operative Mitch Rapp! And Michael Keaton was incredible! I was impressed when I saw it in theaters, and it has really made it up to my list of top movies! If you like franchises from Tom Clancy, the Bourne Saga, Mission Impossibe, and others, then this is your chance to own such a great movie in a collection piece. I believe they left the doors open for a whole new franchise with this new fictional character Mitch Rapp!

This was a blind buy, as I had not seen this movie previously and did not hear anything about it. I don’t even remember seeing this come out in the theaters. As such, I enjoyed this movie a lot. Lots of action and pretty good cast. The plot is predictable, but you don’t watch these types of movies for the story. You watch it for the action and the escapism of reality and everyday life. This is a great, entertaining action movie. I’m glad to add it to my collection.

I never saw this movie in the theater. Purchased it on blu ray out of curiosity. I thought it was going to be just another spy espionage flick. It was surprisingly good. I got into the story right of way. It has a good cast. The actors are solid. I liked it enough to purchase the 4k version. The picture was already good on the blu ray, but the 4k edges out the details a little better. Its worth it for $19.99.

"American Assassin" follows young CIA recruit Mitch Rapp as he brings the fight to the terrorists! Based on the Chronological first book in the Mitch Rapp series by Vince Flynn, it stars Dylan O'Brien as our hero, Michael Keaton (Batman, Mr. Mom) Co-Stars as Rapp's instructor, Stan Hurley. While significantly different from the book of the same name, it is a great introduction to what will hopefully become Hollywood's next action movie franchise. James Bond? Who's he?

This is an excellent action film that is well acted and moves along at a rapid pace. It is an attention grabber with Dylan O'Brien and Michael Keaton playing the leads. There is a revenge theme with the main character (Dylan) becoming an assassin who is trained and supervised by Keaton. It has a good script and is a very entertaining movie. I enjoyed it very much and you might, too!

The movie itself is decent, the steel book packaging is always a nice addition to have, especially if you're a movie collector. The set comes with a Blu-Ray, DVD, and a code for a digital download. The price of the steel book with the combination ($14.99) is probably the best aspect of the product, especially because the movie is relatively new.

From the onset this moving-picture lives up to its promise: Action – Thriller in Spades. Lots of action coupled with an abundant and ample story-line. The Dolby ATMOS is tailored perfectly to the movies’ superb sound-effects and sound-track package putting the audience in the center of it all – lots of viewer fulfillment. The movie is a “keeper” and it warrants future views.