One of the many Family Guy core cast members on show, Kunis (Friends With Benefits) once again shows how game for a laugh she is, but is sadly left on the sidelines a little, buried in amongst the sexist japes and
a somewhat predictable plot.
Not exact matches
While the movie relies on
somewhat archetypal characters and a
predictable plot, its core message about overcoming fear and loneliness by seeing the humanity in one another will resonate with anyone who's ever felt unheard.
A
somewhat by - the - numbers rom - com with
predictable plot points and character arcs, No Reservations nevertheless kept its focus on an upscale New York City restaurant, its kitchen, and a battle of pride therein.
Stripped of these extravagances, the
plot is straightforward and the outcome
predictable, aside from the
somewhat fantastical sci - fi manner in which resolution is found.
Zachary Quinto (Spock in the Star Trek reboot) also proves to be a welcome addition to the cast in the role of John Smith while Irish actor Ciarán Hinds gives another talented performance, so that sustenance is
somewhat added to the otherwise
predictable and uninspired
plot.
And just when the
plot sounds
somewhat predictable, Tyler throws in a major twist or two.
Overall, Hotline Miami: Wildlife is a
somewhat predictable and unambitious start: trapped between emulating the basic
plot we'd expect from this particular licensed property, and creating an original world all of its own.