Episode 95 - Red One (2024) Review

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This week, we’re unwrapping Red One (2024), a holiday blockbuster starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans. Directed by Jake Kasdan, this action-packed Christmas tale takes us on a high-stakes mission to save Santa Claus himself. But does this festive action flick bring the holiday magic, or is it just a big-budget lump of coal?

Title/Year: Red One (2024)

Director: Jake Kasdan

Writers: Chris Morgan (screenplay), Hiram Garcia (story)

Top Billed Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, J.K. Simmons, Lucy Liu

Running Time: 122 minutes

Release Date: November 15, 2024 (U.S.)

Red One is an action-packed Christmas comedy that follows Callum Drift (Dwayne Johnson), the North Pole’s head of security, and Jack O'Malley (Chris Evans), a rogue bounty hunter, as they team up on a daring mission to rescue a kidnapped Santa Claus (J.K. Simmons). As they navigate a world of magical artifacts, ancient holiday traditions, and villainous foes, the duo discovers the true meaning of Christmas while battling to save the holiday itself.

This big-budget holiday spectacle is an original concept that blends festive cheer with high-octane action. Directed by Jake Kasdan (Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle), the film marks a fresh approach to Christmas movies, mixing the tropes of holiday classics with superhero-level stakes. J.K. Simmons’s portrayal of a rugged, combat-ready Santa is a standout, showcasing a Santa like we’ve never seen before. The film also includes elaborate stunts and CGI-driven magical elements, with a production budget exceeding $250 million.

Jake Kasdan: Known for Jumanji: The Next Level (2019) and Bad Teacher (2011).

Chris Morgan: Writer of Fast & Furious franchise films, including Furious 7 (2015).

Dwayne Johnson: Famous for Black Adam (2022) and Jumanji series.

Chris Evans: Best known for his role as Captain America in the Avengers films.

J.K. Simmons: Acclaimed for Whiplash (2014) and Spider-Man franchise appearances.

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