Before taking on his role as a superhero in Captain America: Brave New WorldAnthony Mackie returns to the big screen with Elevationa monster movie.
The dazzling success of Without a Sound in 2018 will have given a good kick to the post-apocalyptic cinema scene mixing suspense, action and big disgusting creatures in a world in decline. Elevationdirected by George Nolfi (The Agency), is part of this wave. Moreover, oh surprise, in the production of the film we find Brad Fuller, producer of Without a Sound.
Elevation stars Anthony Mackie and Morena Baccarin (Deadpool), in a postapo setting, where humanity has taken refuge at altitude, because lots of nasty beasts eat anyone who ventures below the 2400 meter altitude line. A kid goes missing, and brave Anthony Mackie is going to have to go get the kid. If the trailer forElevation had rather made me want, the first critical opinions have come in, and that changes things a little. Press review.
Elevation, and a not very high average
“While the story isn’t breaking any bricks, Elevation features some gripping sequences and solid performances from a trio of stars who all look cool while carrying big guns. » – Punch Drunk Critics
“Elevation comes across as a slight imitation rather than a compelling project that stands on its own merits. » – ScreenRant
“This is a moderately tense post-apocalyptic survival story that makes up for its lack of original ideas with tight pacing and solid direction. » – Variety
“Elevation has a thin story with all the tropes and stereotypes you’ve seen in better monster movies. » – Collider
“Directed by George Nolfi, Elevation stands out not for its formal or narrative innovations – it has nothing new to offer – but for the anxieties and attitudes it conveys. » – The New York Times
“Elevation fails because of the weak characters and creatures that made other similar films much more enjoyable, making it a bit of a disappointing film overall. » – The Weekend Warrior
“The main thing you’ll take away from this film is the beauty of all those rocks and trees. » – San Francisco Chronicle
“This has all been done before and much better, so why would Elevation be worth watching? A film truly lost in the limbo of third-rate films which more or less resembles a film that one could discover by chance on the Syfy channel at 2 a.m. » – Next Best Picture
Although some critics praise Anthony Mackie and Morena Baccarin and the way the duo stands out in front of the camera, Elevation is largely categorized as a forgettable product. The production, if it promised action and thrills, seems stuck in already worn-out stereotypesand would be more of a small B series than a blockbuster film.
Elevation has been available in American cinemas since November 8, 2024. The film does not have an official release date in France. As for Anthony Mackie, he will be back in theaters on February 12, 2025 with Captain America 4 : Brave New World.
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