Jason Statham and director David Ayer reunite for A Working Man, following their success with The Beekeeper- another adrenaline-fueled ride. This time, they dive into the dark world of human trafficking, and the result is a relentless action thriller that pulls no punches. In his usual no-nonsense fashion, Statham dishes out swift and brutal justice, making every fight sequence feel personal and punishing.
Scripted by Sylvester Stallone and based on Chuck Dixon's Levon's Trade (the first of 12 excellent, fast-paced books which I recommend - they are short novels with lots of action), the film sets the stage for what could be a long-running franchise. Statham's character, Levon Cade, is a former black ops operative trying to live a quiet life- until evil finds him first. One of the film's most memorable moments comes when Cade warns a trafficker, "You had your chance to walk away. Now I take everything." Moments later, the audience is treated to a bone-snapping, full-throttle takedown that leaves no doubt: he means it.
Ayer's signature grit and Stallone's old-school action sensibilities make A Working Man more than just another Statham beatdown; it's a raw, relentless tale of vengeance and justice. If this is only the beginning, action fans should buckle up for the ride ahead. Don't listen to the naysayers; this is a great old-school meets new-school action popcorn flick.
