If you have seen any of the advertising for this movie (including the poster shown here), you probably believe this is an Angelina Jolie action piece. In actuality, "Wanted" follows the story of Wesley Gibson (James McAvoy), a frustrated office worker who just can't seem to get anywhere in life. When an attempt is made on his life, he learns that he comes from a long line of assassins throughout history called "The Weavers", whose objective is to eliminate people who will become a threat to society. Jolie plays Fox, one of the members of this group who becomes Wesley's mentor. The action is completely over-the-top, "Matrix"-style, and if you are fond of the laws of physics, this movie is not for you. This is almost an office-worker fantasy piece as this lowly office worker finds himself tapped to be an action hero/savior of the world. "Fantasy" is the right word here as the action sequences are so completely over-the-top and unbelievable. Visually, however, it is definitely a fun thrill-ride. About 2/3 of the way through the movie, there is a great plot twist that would have M. Night Shymalan saying "Oh, so THAT'S how it's done!!!". Overall, it is sort of a silly movie, but is definitely entertaining, somewhat mindless fun. James McAvoy does a really nice job going from the pathetic desk jockey to the bad-ass action hero as the film progresses. Grade: B-
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