Kick-Ass (2010)

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"Shut up. Kick-ass."

Movie · 2010 · 1h 58m · Released · Rated R · Action, Crime

Synopsis

Dave Lizewski is an unnoticed high school student and comic book fan who one day decides to become a super-hero, even though he has no powers, training or meaningful reason to do so.

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Cast

  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Dave Lizewski / Kick-Ass
  • Chloë Grace Moretz as Mindy Macready / Hit Girl
  • Nicolas Cage as Damon Macready / Big Daddy
  • Lyndsy Fonseca as Katie Deauxma
  • Mark Strong as Frank D'Amico
  • Deborah Twiss as Mrs. Zane
  • Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Chris D'Amico / Red Mist
  • Elizabeth McGovern as Mrs. Lizewski
  • Omari Hardwick as Sergeant Marcus Williams
  • Xander Berkeley as Detective Gigante

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BingeNext's take

If you’re into action-packed crime films with a bit of a twist, Kick-Ass is a fun pick that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It follows Dave Lizewski, a regular high school kid and comic book fan who decides to become a superhero despite having no powers or training. Watching it feels like jumping into a wild, unpredictable comic book world brought to life, with a mix of humor and gritty moments. The cast, including Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Chloë Grace Moretz, brings a lot of energy, and Nicolas Cage adds a unique touch to the mix. It’s perfect for anyone who likes their superhero stories a little offbeat and grounded in reality, with a runtime that keeps things moving without dragging. If you’ve enjoyed movies like The Dark Knight or Heat, this one might be a refreshing change of pace.

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