Granted, action, not story, is the main interest here, and even in that respect Elektra disappoints, as the stunningly few action sequences are unimpressive; the falling, billowing sheets accenting one swords - «n - sais faceoff may have been slightly interesting had we not already seen it done far more memorably in Zhang Yimou's Hero. (themoviereport.com)
The surrounds do convey some subtle ambient effects in the woods and during a procession in the town, but only really come alive in the few action sequences. (thedigitalbits.com)
It should come as little surprise that a revenge thriller like this doesn't really care about violence, except as a means for a few action sequences and plenty of blood to splatter around various spaces. (markreviewsmovies.com)