The Kenblog: Anatomy Of A Shoot Out!

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Keanu Reeves as John Wick

After watching “No Escape” recently (read the review here) I found myself wondering about the great shootouts in movie history. I thought the action scenes in “No Escape” were well done although in service to a somewhat empty narrative vessel, but they don’t compare to the shoot-outs I’m about to show you here. As you watch these, think about the way the music (or lack thereof) heightens the drama, how the choreography is staged and how the actors completely commit to the moment both physically and emotionally. Or you can simply turn your brain off and enjoy these scenes for what they are: pure kinetic bliss. So Sayeth The Kendog!

JOHN WICK FIGHT SCENE AT THE RED CIRCLE (caution – language and violence)

https://youtu.be/Bu2X5SKZB3g

HEAT – POLICE SHOOT OUT AT THE BANK