The Beast Review: Samuel L. Jackson Brings Life to a Messy Action Thriller
The Beast begins with a disorienting burst of gunfire, explosions, and shaky action that the review finds difficult to follow. Once the story settles, Samuel L. Jackson's presence gives the film more energy and entertainment value. The reviewer ultimately sees it as an absurd action thriller that requires significant suspension of disbelief.
The review, by Alex Harrison for ScreenRant, examines Renny Harlin's film after an opening attack on the U.S. President's security detail. Joel Kinnaman plays Agent Taft, while Samuel L. Jackson portrays the President, who ends up driving the armored vehicle called the Beast. Eoin Macken appears as Command.
As the plot continues, the scope widens through updates from Command, adding a sci-fi apocalyptic flavor. The President ignores orders, avoids routing through civilians, and leaves the car to help wounded Taft. Harrison finds the movie absurd and hard to fully embrace, though Jackson's star power keeps it watchable.
The review may shape audience expectations for The Beast, potentially drawing viewers who value Samuel L. Jackson's star persona while warning others about chaotic action and thin plotting. Its discussion of suspension of disbelief could influence casual moviegoers' decisions, streaming queues, and online debate. For critics and fans, it may reinforce conversations about how charismatic performers can carry uneven genre films, affecting box office or streaming interest without making broader political claims.