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  Shaft is scripted by Kenya Barris and Alex Barnow. Tim Story directed the film. John Davis produced the film in association with Davis Entertainment, Khalab

Shaft Movie Review

Shaft Movie Review English Movie Review
Review for the film " Shaft"
Streaming On: Netflix
Runtime: 1 Hour 52 Minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 14-06-2019
Genre: Thriller, Crime, Drama
3 / 5.0
3.29 / 5.0

CAST & CREW


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  • Producer:
  • Music Director:
  • Editor:
  • Peter S Elliot
  • Conrad Buff IV
  • Director:
  • Tim Story
  • Supporting Actress:
  • Costume Designer:
  • Olivia Miles
  • Art Director:
  • Jeremy Woolsey
  • Brittany Hites
  • Director of Photography:
  • Larry Blanford
  • Casting Director:
  • Tara Feldstein
  • Screenplay Writer:
  • Kenya Barris
  • Alex Barnow
  • Set Decorator:
  • Missy Parker
  • Supporting Actor:
  • Method Man
  • Matt Lauria
  • Samuel L Jackson
  • Regina Hall
  • Jessie T Usher
  • Richard Roundtree

 “ Shaft Click to look into! >> Read More... ” is scripted by Kenya Barris and Alex Barnow. Tim Story directed the film. John Davis American film and television producer John Andrew >> Read More... produced the film in association with Davis Entertainment, Khalabo Ink Society, and New Line Cinema. Larry Blanford cranked the camera, and Peter S. Elliot edited the film. Christopher Lennertz Christopher Lennertz is an American Music Composer >> Read More... composed the music. Warner Bros. Pictures and Netflix distributed the film. The film features Samuel L. Jackson, Jessie T. Usher, Jordan Preston Carter, Regina Hall, Alexandra Shipp Alexandra Shipp is an actress in English films wor >> Read More... , Nyah Marie Johnson, Matt Lauria Music is the ability that can amuse anyone in this >> Read More... , Titus Welliver,nCliff “Method Man” Smith, Richard Roundtree, Isaach de Bankolé, Avan Jogia, Joey Mekyten, Luna Lauren Vélez, Robbie Jones Born in Oxnard in California on September 25, 1977 >> Read More... , Aaron Dominguez, Leland Jones, Chivonne Michelle, Tashiana Washington, and  Adrienne C. Moore.

Plot

Detective John Shaft went through a lot of difficulties due to his job. His wife, Maya, decided to divorce him and take their son JJ with her. The reason for divorce is because they were drug lords Pierro had an assassination planned on JJ is now grown up and has become an FBI analyst and cybersecurity. JJ’s soldier friend dies, and he considers it drug overuse. This causes him to look after his case. He asks Doctor Sasha to look over his friend’s medical report. Sasha confirmed that his assumption of the death by overdose of drugs was accurate. JJ asks his father, Shaft to help him in the case. Shaft was aggress, and both father and son went to solve this case. What will happen to both of them? Will they be able to solve this dangerous case? The rest of the story deals with it.

Star Performance

Samuel L. Jackson, as John Shaft, did an incredible performance in the film. Her journey to solve this case with his son was brilliant. His detailing of the case was outstanding in the movie. Jessie T. Usher, as J.J. Shaft, did a fantastic performance in the movie. He shows the nature of a young and energetic detective. His acting was to the point. His dialogue delivery was factual and natural.One would hate Isaach de Bankolé as Pierro “Gordito” Carrera after watching this movie. That much impact he made in the whole film. Her appearance as the drug lords was scary, horrifying, and, at the same time, creepy. Regina Hall, as Maya Babanikos, did a remarkable performance in the film. All the other actors were as good as the main lead actors.

Analysis

The storyline of the film was great, funny, and entertaining. The film focus on the central theme of drug dealing cases. The film is based on the Shaft series. The film shows how three generations of detectives work in their field. The action in the movie was well choreographed. The script was good, but it is outdated. The storyline lacks freshness. The storyline can be improved in the movie. The cinematography and direction were good. The comic nature of the film is maintained from the start till the end. The adventurous journey of Shafts solving the case together is demonstrated in the movie. The background music and songs play a significant role in the movie. The dialogues were okay in the film.

What’s There?

  • The film uses action and comedy concept significantly.
  • The film did not go beyond the theme.
  • The star cast in the film was good.
  • The action scenes in the film were well choreographed.
  • The cinematography was perfect in the film.
  • The excellent message is given to the audience through film.

What’s Not There?

  • The storyline of the film seems to be expected.
  • The script is generic, which makes it dull.
  • Compared to the previous sequel, this one lacks in good storyline.

Verdict

The film had a good amount of action and comedy. Those who love action and comedy films will love it.


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