by Ed Travis
Hey Austin-based Cinapsians, if you’re into dad-action movies, then Criminal looks like it was made for you (us, really).
Ever since Liam Neeson utilized his “special set of skills” in Taken, Hollywood has been happily bank-rolling action vehicles for older stars to kick ass in. It’s a bizarre phenomenon, but a welcome one. When my heroes have seen it all and glare through weathered eyes at the villains in their way, they’re carrying a gravitas I appreciate far more than the newest, hottest, hunkiest hero the casting machine tries to foist on us.
With Criminal, we have what looks to be a high concept sci-fi action film (R-rated, even!) along the lines of Face/Off, and it’s just filled with badasses (dad-asses?): Kevin Costner, Tommy Lee Jones, and even Gary Oldman! The concept seems questionable, but it’s all going to come down to the execution. And speaking of execution, the filmmakers have chosen Cinapse favorite Scott Adkins to be among the already stacked cast list, so count Ed in on this one no matter what!
We’ve got 25 passes (each good for an entry for 2) to give away, and they’re on a first come, first served basis. All the screening and entry details are below. And may the best “dad-ass” win.
What: Free advanced promotional screening of Criminal!
When: Tuesday, April 12th at 7pm
Where: Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter Lane
To get your free pass:
While supplies last, visit lionsgatescreenings.com and enter the code: CINAPSETDS
Please note passes do not guarantee entry. Advance screenings are typically overbooked to ensure a good crowd, so plan to arrive early.
Synopsis: To stop an international terrorist, the memories and skills of a CIA agent are implanted into the brain of a dangerous criminal.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vzn4MJdaabw
Official Site: http://www.criminal.movie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Criminal
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Criminal_Movie
Instagram: www.instagram.com/Criminal
Hashtag: #CriminalMovie
Genre: Action, Adventure
U.S. Release Date: April 15, 2016
Cast: Kevin Costner, Gary Oldman, Tommy Lee Jones, Alice Eve, Michael Pitt, Jordi Molla, Antje Traue, Scott Adkins, Amaury Nolasco, Danny Webb, Colin Salmon and Gal Gadot
Directed by: Ariel Vromen