Action movies have made a resounding comeback with a spate of excellent releases in the years past. The thrilling nature of action films means that Hollywood will keep churning out bad action movies if audiences do not complain. But after audience uproar, Hollywood got back on its feet and delivered a string of excellent action movies that were thrilling, exciting and told some excellent stories. Today, we’ll take a look at a few must-watch modern action films.
The Raid Collection
The Raid is undoubtedly one of the best action movies of the last decade. Pulse-pounding tension, coupled with hard-hitting action is what this film is all about. Directed by Gareth Evans, The Raid tells the story of a police officer, Rama, battling his way through a building full of thugs in a drug bust gone wrong. You also get the even better The Raid: Redemption which is a sequel to The Raid. The film takes the intensity and action of the first film and cranks it up to eleven. If you’re a fan of action films, you do not want to miss The Raid Collection.
John Wick 1/2/3 Triple Boxset
The John Wick series of films are responsible for bringing back great action to the big screen. What started out as a small, low-budget film quickly turned into an international blockbuster because of the exciting and thrilling action. Starring Keanu Reeves, John Wick is a character that is only limited by the screenplay, which is excellent. If you’re someone who can’t get enough of great choreography and pulse-pounding action, then the John Wick films are right up your alley.
Mad Max: Fury Road Black and Chrome Edition
Mad Max: Fury Road is one of the most innovative and visceral modern action films. The return of Mad Max does not disappoint as director George Miller understands how to shoot great action and deliver some of the greatest set pieces in action film history. Starring Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron, Mad Max: Fury Road is simply not to be missed. Plus with this edition, you can watch the entire film in black and white for a unique look at the film.
Edge of Tomorrow
Based on a Japanese novel and Manga, Edge of Tomorrow is a smart, fast-paced action film that is geared toward modern audiences. The film stars Tom Cruise as a soldier thrown into a war with aliens who seem to predict every move before it happens. The film also stars Emily Blunt as another highly regarded soldier who seems to know what Cruise is going through. Check it out for the thrilling action and excellent storyline.
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