Yes that's right I'm doing yet another "Road to" series of reviews only this time with the Rambo films which will hopefully lead up to Rambo V: Last Blood (if my theater doesn't have a showing I will most definitely make an apology post). Because even though I started doing things on a bi-weekly schedule to make things easier for myself I'm still a glutton for punishment. But enough of that let's get stated.
First Blood (aka Rambo and/or Rambo: First Blood) is a 1982 action-thriller film based on David Morrell's 1972 novel of the same name. The movie was produced by Anabasis Investments N.V. and distributed by Orion Pictures. First Blood was written by Sylvester Stallone, William Sackheim, and Michael Kozoll and directed by Ted Kotcheff.
The story is a Vietnam war veteran and drifter named John Rambo wanders into a small Washington town to meet up with an old war buddy. However he instead meets up with the town's brutal sheriff, Will Teasle. After a series of events that make Rambo flashback to Vietnam he goes on a rampage.
- Negatives
Really my only complaint with the film is Teasle is unrealistically angry with Rambo at the beginning of the movie. I mean Rambo did nothing and already he has a problem with him.
- Mix
I've got nothing to say. Let's move on.
- Positives
Now despite my previous comment about something being unrealistic I'll give Rambo credit for portraying other things realistically. Such as the action and how a soldier's PTSD effects their way of thinking.
Another thing that makes Rambo an all time classic is the performances by Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, and Brian Dennehy. Crenna and Dennehy have great moments of dialogue and that scene where Rambo has a tearful breakdown was such an amazing moment delivered by Stallone.
The other aspect of the movie that deserves praise is the cinematography. It just has this very Earthy vibe which really gives the film it's realism that I gave credit to earlier.
The last thing I'll give the film credit for is the action. It's all incredible and done perfectly. It also has this great cat and mouse element to it. Which makes you anticipate everyone's next move.
Rambo rightfully earned it's spot of not only being a great action film but also a great movie overall. It has a nicely done realistic element, stellar performances, wonderful cinematography, and amazing moments of action. My only problem is Sheriff Teasle's angry towards Rambo at the very beginning of the movie.
My final rating is Great
Alright guys, that's going to do it for me. Come back next time on Thursday, May 30th for my A Look Back at review of the 1998 film Godzilla. A review that'll celebrate the upcoming Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Until then enjoy the rest of your day.
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