John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
The ticking clock element set in motion at the end of John Wick 2 ratchets up the intensity in the third installment. John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum is an action film masterpiece that elicits audible reactions in the theater that would not be out of place at a UFC or boxing event. Director Chad Stahelski’s handling of the action set pieces is balanced with more world-building.
Keanu Reeves continues to deliver an intense, carefully-worded performance as John Wick.
Ian McShane’s Winston is given more room to chew scenery than in any of the previous films. Mark Dacascos, Anjelica Huston and Halle Berry are wonderful additions to the franchise. Berry delivers an incredible physicality and ruthlessness in the action scenes that elevate John Wick 3 above the sequel.
Parabellum’s status as the best action film of the year makes it a no brainer for the best films of 2019 list.
If you want peace, prepare for war.
-Winston (Ian McShane)
