12 Rounds 3: Lockdown

The first anomaly comes from the title, it doesn't mean a gauntlet of chores the villain has set up for protagonist anymore. Instead it displays the rounds our hero has, but considering he can loot other weapon and decides not to for integrity of the title feels rather limiting. Fortunately, Jonathan Good (Dean Ambrose) channels his inner John McClaine surprisingly well and Roger Cross as the antagonist has the aura of TV show bad guy.

This is what you'd expect from action flick, the usual dirty cop and the rouge hero trapped in an unfortunate situation. It borrows heavily from Die Hard and perhaps because it's an already proved formula, Lockdown is not entirely bad. Dead Ambrose is not the usual protagonist, he looks genuinely troubled which serendipitously may help his rogue cop character.

There's a few of illogical events are put there for the sake of pushing the plot, and adds that to the occasional odd alternate way of dispatching enemies, it can be awkward. A couple of bad CG makes the movie slightly unintentionally funny at times.

However, it's still a passable action shoot'em up. The change from complex mind games to simple gunslinger and melee action is good decision since the franchise doesn't have the refined production to pull off such cerebral setting.

Lockdown is definitely flawed, yet it brings enough action antics to be a popcorn flick or lazy afternoon watch.

I remember going to see the original 12 Rounds, starring John Cena a long long time ago. Could not tell you how this movie connects with the original, except for the fact that they are both made by WWE studios, who tends to cast a new lead with all their sequels like the Marine, that also had John Cena in the league.

I have no idea who Dean Ambrose is and after seeing his lack luster performance, I care not to know. The movie gave him a crap load of one- liners that kept lowering the already low quality of the movie every time he spits one out .

The movie had a philosophy about a good cop only needing 12 rounds in his gun to get the job done, which was delivered like crap with Ambrose in the lead.

I did enjoy the guy who played the villain. He had potential of being a memorable action movie villain but this movie is too forgettable for that to happen.

Overall it's very bland.

"12 Rounds 3: Lockdown" takes audiences on an adrenaline-fueled ride through a high-stakes, action-packed plot. While it may not quite live up to the standard set by its predecessor, this film still manages to entertain and engage viewers.

The plot revolves around a dedicated detective, Shaw, who finds himself trapped inside his own police station after discovering evidence of corruption within the department. As he fights to survive and expose the truth, he must navigate a series of deadly challenges in a race against time.

Although the film lacks the charismatic presence of John Cena, who starred in the first installment, it compensates with a gritty and intense performance by Dean Ambrose. Ambrose brings a different energy to the role, showcasing his versatility as an actor. While not as captivating as the original, his portrayal of Shaw is commendable and keeps the audience invested in his plight.

The action sequences in "12 Rounds 3: Lockdown" are well-choreographed and deliver the expected thrills. From intense hand-to-hand combat to heart-pounding chase scenes, the film keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The suspense is further heightened by the confined setting of the police station, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere that adds to the tension.

However, the film falls short in terms of character development and plot depth. The supporting cast lacks the depth and complexity seen in the first film, making it difficult to fully invest in their stories. Additionally, the plot, while intriguing, feels somewhat formulaic and predictable at times.

Despite these shortcomings, "12 Rounds 3: Lockdown" remains an entertaining watch for fans of the action genre. It delivers on the expected thrills and showcases a solid performance by Dean Ambrose. While it may not surpass its predecessor, it still offers enough excitement to warrant a viewing for those seeking a fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled experience.

I will start by saying that I enjoyed this film as I do most action films, I am not too fussy.

However I gave 12 rounds Lockdown only 5 out of 10, I think mostly due to it being a bit of a let down compared to the previous 2 in the series.

I really enjoyed 12 Rounds With John Cena and the same with Randy Orton in the 2nd one. But the 3rd film lacked everything those two had.

The script in this film was pretty awful at times, I don't think it had anything to do with the actors, they just did the best they could.

The story line seemed like a good one going into it, but soon started loosing its rhythm quickly as the movie progressed, with some holes here and there.

The action and intelligence of many parts of what actually went on was actually pretty good, it's just a shame there wasn't enough of it, I guess I was expecting more because of the previous 2.

All in all it's a decent watch for a rainy day, don't expect too much and you wont be disappointed, I still hope for a 4th one though regardless.

"He's dirty and I got the evidence." After returning to the force after a gunshot wound, officer Shaw (Ambrose) thinks he's in for a easy day back. When he discovers his former partner is involved in illegal activity he wants to do something about it. After the building is locked down It is up to him to stop them and keep the evidence safe. There really isn't too much to say about this one. The first two movies in this series were actually not too bad. A cop forced to go through a series of tests in order to save the ones he loves. The only thing this had in common with the others is the title and a wrestler is the main star. This is pretty much a generic action movie that did everything it could to be Assault on Precinct 16 but fell way short. Overall, a pretty cliché action movie that really is worth watching only if you are a huge fan of Dean Ambrose. This one strayed too far from what made the others interesting to watch. I give this a C.