Overall Rating: 10/10
One Word to Describe it: Spiffing!
Kingsman is the latest film from the brilliant mind of Matthew Vaughn-who's back catalogue includes the underrated Layer Cake and the hugely enjoyable Kick Ass-and has transferred some of the elements from those films, his great action set pieces for example, into Kingsman. Think what Kick Ass was to superhero movies and you're not far away as to what Kingsman is to spy movies. Complete with gentleman mentor (played supremely well by Colin Firth, who looks like he relished the chance to let loose in this film), insane over the top villain (the lisping Samuel L Jackson) and a henchman with a unique characteristic trait-the blade legged Gazelle (Sofia Boutella). Kingsman does an awesome job of paying homage to old school spy movies whilst also being humorously self aware, and there are some jaw dropping, incredible action sequences driven even more effectively by Vaughn's unique camera work. Kingsman also provides a break out role for young Taron Egerton, who does a fantastic job of portraying the main character Eggsy-this kid will go places, you read it hear first. Overall, Kingsman is a well directed, action packed spy movie that knows exactly what it is and more than delivers, and you will be hard pushed to find a more entertaining way to spend 2 hours.
Paolo
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