Dev Patel in a crowd in Monkey Man
2024 has seen many great movies come and go, with few leaving enough of a mark to stay relevant. One such film to have done just that is Dev Patel's directorial debut, Monkey Man, with the action-heavy rollercoaster ride becoming an instant hit with fans and critics. This is seen in the film's impressive certified fresh Rotten Tomatoes rating of 89%, supported by a strong audience score of 83%.
"Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Dev Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city's sinister elite.
✕ Remove Ads " Monkey Man is a true mixed bag. The action is staggeringly impressive, both from a visual and storytelling standpoint, but the material in between runs the risk of deflating the experience via pacing problems and narrative confusion . Why teeter positive on Monkey Man then? Because it’s abundantly clear it was crafted by a passionate and determined artist with a vision. Patel swings big from start to finish in Monkey Man .
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Monkey Man’s Dev Patel to Play Tennis Pro in Crime Thriller Movie The JourneymanMonkey Man's Dev Patel has been tapped to play a professional tennis player in a new crime thriller movie titled The Journeyman.
Read more »
Dev Patel Joins Tarsem Singh's Tennis Thriller 'The Journeyman'Dev Patel looking worried in a Hotel Mumbai close-up shot.
Read more »
A24's Latest Horror Starring a Murderous Hugh Grant Is Already Certified Fresh on Rotten TomatoesHugh Grant as Mr. Reed in Heretic.
Read more »
Anna Kendrick's Latest Movie Has Everyone Talking & Now It's Certified FreshAnna Kendrick sitting on the set of the Dating Game as Daniel Zovatto looms over her on the poster for Woman of the Hour.
Read more »
All 7 John Wayne Movies Certified Fresh On Rotten TomatoesAll 7 John Wayne Movies Certified Fresh On Rotten Tomatoes
Read more »
Catch Florence Pugh's 93% Certified Fresh Wrestling Flick on Streaming Right NowJake Hodges is a senior author at Collider who focuses on the latest releases, from broadcast TV to upcoming movies, with expertise in Doctor Who.
Read more »