Okay, let's talk about Jack Reacher: Never Go Back. You know, the one where Tom Cruise returns as the stoic, butt-kicking drifter? Good times, right? Maybe? Well, let's see!
Step 1: Lower Your Expectations (Slightly)
First things first: don't expect cinematic perfection. It's an action movie. It aims to entertain, not win awards. Think popcorn flick, not Oscar bait.
I know, I know, some of you are huge Reacher fans. But let's be honest, it's not exactly Shakespeare in the park.
Step 2: Embrace the Cheese
Never Go Back has its moments of… well, let's call them "peak action movie." The plot? Slightly convoluted. The dialogue? Sometimes unintentionally hilarious.
But that's part of the fun! Just lean into it. Embrace the absurdity. Laugh along with (or at) the movie.
Seriously, some of the one-liners are pure gold. Or maybe fool's gold. You decide.
Step 3: Focus on the Action
Let's face it, you're watching this for the fight scenes. And Tom Cruise does deliver, even if he isn't exactly towering over everyone.
He runs, he punches, he cleverly uses his surroundings. What's not to love? The action sequences are the film's bread and butter.
Just try not to think too hard about the physics involved.
Step 4: Ignore the Plot Holes (Mostly)
Okay, I'm not going to lie. There are plot holes. Big ones. The kind you could drive a truck through.
But if you start picking at every inconsistency, you'll ruin the experience. Just go with the flow. Trust me on this one.
Instead, focus on the explosions. They're much more satisfying than trying to make sense of everything.
Step 5: Decide If You Like *Her* or Not.
A major subplot involves a teenage girl named Samantha. Some people love her addition to the story. Some people hate it. This is where the movie can be polarizing.
Is she a welcome addition to the Reacher formula? Or a distracting plot device? Decide for yourself. Either way, she has a big role.
There's no in between here, the viewers either find her to be helpful to the plot or feel that she's just weighing it down.
Step 6: Accept My Unpopular Opinion
Here's where I might lose some of you. Ready? I actually… kind of enjoyed Never Go Back. There, I said it!
It's not a masterpiece. Far from it. But it's a fun, mindless action movie. And sometimes, that's exactly what I'm looking for.
Maybe it's the thrill of watching Tom Cruise do his thing. Maybe it's the hilariously over-the-top moments. I don't know. But I'm not ashamed to admit it.
Bonus Tip: Watch It with Friends (and snacks)
Everything's better with company. Invite some friends over. Stock up on popcorn, pizza, and your beverage of choice.
Make it a movie night! Laugh together. Make fun of the bad dialogue. Cheer for Reacher as he beats up the bad guys.
That's how you truly experience Jack Reacher: Never Go Back.
So, there you have it. My (possibly misguided) guide to watching Never Go Back. Take it or leave it. But hopefully, it'll help you enjoy the movie a little more.
And if not, well, there's always the original Jack Reacher. Or a good book. No pressure!
Happy watching!
