While one could call it a type, I like to call it a niche that Jason Statham has found for himself in movies. The dude has pretty much become the cheeky-action go to guy, in this country and his native England. Fine by me, the dude does his thing and does it well. Which is exactly why I have nary a problem with relaying a quick clip from his new serial killer thriller BLITZ, courtesy of Empire Online!
In the clip, watch Statham showcase that brutish charm of his in a pub, where he looks about as interested in meeting an associate as a root canal patient. Dude makes me laugh without even really trying.
Directed by Elliot Lester, from a script adapted from Ken Bruen’s novel by Nathan Parker – BLITZ follows a tough cop (Statham) is dispatched to take down a serial killer who has been targeting police officers.
Paddy Considine, Aidan Gillen, Luke Evans, David Morrisey, Zawe Ashton, Elly Fairman and Richard Riddell all lend support.
BLITZ opens an international run next month. Stay tuned for U.S. release dates.