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‘Bullet Train’ and the Top 5 Movies Set on a Train

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Aug 5, 2022
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INSIGHT

Tone Shift Weakens Bullet Train

  • Bullet Train's humor undermines the stakes, making it feel jokey and loose.
  • Leitch changed the tone from a serious drama to comedy, impacting the film's tension.
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Modern Action's Style Over Substance

  • Modern action movies often prioritize style and fan service over serious storytelling.
  • Classic action films took their premises seriously, which Bullet Train lacks.
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Train Constraints Enhance Story

  • Bullet Train effectively uses the train's constraints to create urgency and narrative drive.
  • The locked doors at each stop enhance tension and plot momentum.
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