Subtitle — Brick Mansions

Set in a "near-future" 2018, the city’s most dangerous criminals are walled off in a housing project known as Brick Mansions. When a drug kingpin, Tremaine Alexander (), acquires a nuclear warhead, undercover cop Damien Collier ( Paul Walker ) must team up with Lino ( David Belle ), a local convict whose sister has been kidnapped, to infiltrate the zone and disarm the weapon. The Highlights

At times, the "shaky cam" and rapid-fire editing can obscure the impressive physical work of the actors. Fans of the original District 13 might find this version a bit too "Hollywoodized." The Verdict subtitle Brick Mansions

The film’s greatest asset is David Belle , the co-founder of parkour. Re-playing his role from the original French version, Belle is a marvel to watch. The opening chase sequence is a masterclass in movement, turning the crumbling architecture of the city into a playground of gravity-defying stunts. Set in a "near-future" 2018, the city’s most

Director Camille Delamarre (a protege of Luc Besson) uses quick cuts and a pulsing soundtrack to keep the energy high. It’s a "popcorn movie" through and through, designed for speed and impact. The Weak Points Fans of the original District 13 might find