A Working Man

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🎬 A Working Man — Blog Review

Overview & Premise
A Working Man (2025), directed by David Ayer and co-written by Sylvester Stallone, stars Jason Statham as Levon Cade — an ex‑black‑ops soldier turned humble construction foreman in Chicago . When his boss’s teen daughter Jenny (Arianna Rivas) is kidnapped in a deadly human-trafficking plot, Levon trades his hard hat for a grenade launcher, unleashing gritty, blue-collar vengeance to rescue her. The story is adapted from Chuck Dixon’s Levon’s Trade (movieinsider.com).

Cast & Crew

  • Jason Statham — Levon Cade, balancing stoic calm with explosive action

  • Michael Peña as Joe, Levon’s boss

  • David Harbour, Jason Flemyng, Maximilian Osinski round out the supporting cast (rottentomatoes.com)

  • Behind the camera, this duo reunites Statham with Ayer and Stallone—who previously collaborated on The Beekeeper (movieinsider.com).

Strengths

  • Action that delivers: Ayer brings visceral, gritty combat scenes — from tools-as-weapon moments to heavy shootouts — delivering typical popcorn thrill (undertheradarmag.com).

  • Statham’s signature performance: His stoic underdog character connects with both critics and fans looking for straightforward heroism (movieinsider.com).

  • Plane‑movie perfection: According to Polygon, this is the pinnacle of “plane‑movie” entertainment—fast-paced, digestible, and thrilling, ideal for travel or a casual night in .





Criticisms

  • Plot familiarity: Critics note the film is formulaic—many see it as a Taken-style revenge thriller without fresh twists .

  • Weak narrative & pacing: Reception highlights a bloated middle act, cartoonish villains, and a disconnected tone that dims emotional impact (rogerebert.com).

  • Mixed critical consensus: Averaging ~52% on Rotten Tomatoes and ~55 on Metacritic, it drew mostly lukewarm reactions (de.wikipedia.org).


Audience & Box Office

  • Debuted at $15 million domestically, ultimately grossing ~$99 million worldwide on a $40 million budget—a decent return (en.wikipedia.org).

  • Audience scores hover around a “B” grade, indicating solid but unspectacular viewer approval .

📝 Analysis & Blog Take

Themes & Tone
A Working Man taps into blue-collar grit and familial loyalty. Its hero is a relatable figure—hard working, loyal, struggling for his daughter’s custody. But it’s light on nuance, favoring punchy action over character complexity.

Comparison with The Beekeeper
While Beekeeper leaned into comedic absurdity and clear stakes, A Working Man attempts seriousness—yet many felt it sacrifices wit and pacing in the process (polygon.com).

Ideal Audience

  • Action-first viewers: If you crave straightforward, tool-wielding thrills and Statham’s battle-hardened charisma, it’s a solid pick.

  • Casual watchers & travelers: As Polygon suggests, if you're on a flight or want escapist fare, it serves the purpose well (polygon.com).

  • Narrative-driven fans: Those seeking emotional depth or originality might find it repetitive and underwhelming.

🎯 Final Verdict

A Working Man punches exactly where you'd expect: adrenaline-laced action, a rugged underdog hero, and DIY vengeance. If you're in the mood for a no‑frills, hard‑hat revenge saga with Statham in full stoic mode, this might scratch that itch.

But if you're hunting for layered storytelling or inventive twists, this is unlikely to surprise you.

Scorecard:

  • Action: ✅✅✅✅

  • Story & Characters: ✅✅

  • Entertainment Value: ✅✅✅

  • Overall: Three work‑ready stars 🌟🌟🌟 — dependable, solid, but not groundbreaking.


Curious if A Working Man lives up to your expectations? Let me know—happy to compare it with Statham's other films or chat about your favorite movie fuel for trips!

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