Premium Rush

Premium Rush

Rating 6.5 out of 10

I'm not sure on the timing of the release of this movie.  It seems more like an early summer movie.  When I saw the trailer for Premium Rush I had a mild interest in seeing it.  Saw some pretty good reviews on it.  Had some time to kill so I gave it a shot.

This movie won't win any awards and yes has a few plot holes.  Still I found it entertaining and worth the price of the ticket.  Acting was good.  Action was good.  It was a fun way to kill a couple hours.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt (maybe the next Robin for Batman?) plays our superstar NYC bike messenger Wilee (as in coyote).  He is a burned out law student that can't stand being trapped in an office.  He rides thru the city on an old school bike with no breaks taking chances no human should take.  When it absolutely has to get there they call Wilee.

On this day Wilee picks up a package from a law student he knows and is told it was very important.  Yep and dangerous too.  A very bad dirty cop played by great character actor Michael Shannon wants the package and will do anything to get it.

There are a several twists and turns.  Nothing earth shattering but as I said fun to watch.  I enjoyed it.