Bang Bang Betty: Valerie's Revenge

My husband Paul and I went to see Alex T Hwang and Kate Wells Hwang's action movie "Bang Bang Betty: Valerie's Revenge" last night at the TCL Chinese Theatre at the Golden State Film Festival, and we were both amazed! The film has incredible production value, acting, direction, and music. The stunts by Gary Choi and the Rising Star Stunt Team were fantastic and it was exciting to see so many of my friends on the screen! The acting was very believable, and I especially enjoyed the comedy in the film by Gerald Parrish and the sinister character of Luna. Congratulations to Alex, Kate and the entire cast and crew!

Bang Bang Betty: Valerie's Revenge is a crowd-pleasing action film that sweetly rests on the shoulders of lead, Emily Rose Hernandez. The film tells the story of Valerie's journey to seek revenge in the wake of her lover's murder by the diabolical cartel leader, Sanchez (Hector Soria).

The film features a diverse, ensemble cast bringing solid performances. Standouts for me included Gerald Parrish as Ray, and probably my new favorite henchwoman: Mariah Padilla as Luna.

Overall, the film is a thrilling watch for action/crime moviegoers that isn't afraid of a little girl on girl action or topical editorializing around fentanyl use. Co-writer/Director Alexander T. Hwang delivers so much Bang Bang for the budget, you can't help but enjoy the ride.

"Bang Bang Betty, Valerie's Revenge" delivers an adrenaline-fueled cinematic experience that will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. After conquering Darnell's crime empire, Valerie dives headfirst into a high-stakes battle against a ruthless drug cartel with a deadly secret. Fueled by tragedy, Valerie is determined to dismantle the cartel by taking down its enigmatic leader, Sanchez. With the guidance of her trusted friend Ray, a veteran turned local hero, and the collaboration of various law enforcement agencies, Valerie's quest for justice unfolds in a relentless cascade of action and suspense. The film not only showcases Valerie's unwavering determination but also explores the powerful theme of redemption. "Bang Bang Betty, Valerie's Revenge" is a must-watch crime thriller that packs a punch and keeps you hooked from the first explosive scene to the heart-pounding finale.

The release of "Bang Bang Betty - Valerie's Revenge" came swiftly, allowing audiences to dive right into Valerie's action-packed world. After successfully taking down Darnell and his criminal empire, Valerie faces a new challenge - investigating a drug cartel that's distributing lethal drugs laced with fentanyl. Driven by a personal tragedy, she's determined to destroy the cartel's leader, Sanchez, portrayed by Hector Soria. Seeking guidance from her friend Ray, played by Gerald Parrish, who's dedicated to helping local veterans, Valerie's quest for revenge unfolds in a non-stop, edge-of-your-seat crime thriller. This is a must-watch film, boasting thrilling chase scenes, intense shootouts, and explosive moments that set it apart from the average action movies saturating the market. With the hint of a third installment, anticipation for more of Valerie's adventures is building.

I have followed Director Alex Hwang for a good eight years and I think we always have similar journeys but seeing his movie bang bang Betty, I am really, really proud of this fellow filmmaker for making a straight up action film and doing it in a particular style that you don't really see coming from the indie genre I love how he chooses projects to set himself apart from other filmmakers, and this is something that should be studied by filmmakers to really expand and know your market and taking chances outside of horror don't give me wrong. I absolutely love horror, but this is a really really well done movie and I recommend anybody to truly give it a watch. I think this is underrated.