The A-Team

Released June 11, 2010
Directed by Joe Carnahan
Starring: Liam Neeson, Bradley Cooper, Jessica Biel, Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson, Sharlto Copley, and Patrick Wilson

First viewing June 13, 2010
Jolly: 4/5 stars

Get ready for a high-octane ride with this action movie! A revival of the classic TV show, The A-Team is about four army Rangers who specialize in the insane when it comes to fulfilling their missions. Lead by Captain Hannibal Smith (Neeson), the group always has a plan to get the job done in their unique style.

The premise in this movie is that the group, now Iraq War veterans, attempts to clear their name with the U.S. military after they were framed. Why were they framed you ask? You’ll just have to watch the movie! Although I will say that even Hannibal doesn’t see it coming and the planning of the mission is passed on to Face – EPIC!

The story is strong enough to carry the action sequences, and the performances from all the actors add the right amount of humour and drama. Neeson gives a solid performance as Hannibal, Jackson as B.A is tough yet complex, Copley as Murdoch is hilarious, and even Biel does a good job as Sosa. Special shout-out to Bradley Cooper as Face for being the next best thing to Richard Armitage – wowza!

More than a solid movie, The A-Team lives up to expectations and delivers a great story, with great action, and the right amount of laughs! Another special shout-out to one of the producers of the movie and the creator of the original TV series - that’s right; I’m talking about YOU Stephen J. Cannell! Oh Stephen J. (or should I call you Black Jack), how you continue to surprise me!

Anyways, if you plan to see a movie, and if you plan to have a good time, then you should plan to see The A-Team. Because when it comes to the A-Team, there is no plan B.