G20: A Disastrous Blend of Predictability and Poor Execution

MOVIE REVIEW

RATING: 2/10

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G20 is a film that, at best, feels like a missed opportunity and, at worst, a monumental disaster. The premise, involving a tense political summit and a series of high-stakes events, sounds intriguing, but the execution is nothing short of baffling. If there was ever a movie that felt completely disconnected from reality, "G20" is it. It’s almost as if the film was made by artificial intelligence, churning out predictable tropes and clichés without understanding the nuances of storytelling or character development.

The plot itself is a convoluted mess that struggles to keep the viewer engaged, failing to develop any meaningful tension or stakes. The film attempts to bring a modern-day version of Air Force One to the screen, but without the competency or flair that made that film memorable. From the very beginning, it’s evident that the writing is one of "G20’s" biggest flaws. The dialogue is forced, the character motivations are flimsy, and the plot points unfold in such a predictable manner that it’s almost painful to watch.

The film features a star-studded cast, including Antony Starr and Viola Davis, but none of them seem remotely invested in the material. In particular, Davis’ performance is shockingly bad, and her lack of chemistry with the rest of the cast only adds to the film’s lackluster energy. The film’s attempts at humor fall flat, and the absurdity of certain moments, especially when characters reference "Wakanda" in a film set in South Africa, borders on cringeworthy.

The third act, which should’ve been the film’s most intense and thrilling, is instead a nonsensical series of events that ends with a whimper rather than a bang. To make matters worse, the score is borderline irritating, failing to enhance the emotional stakes of the scenes and instead distracting from the action. The set design feels cheap, and the excessive use of CGI only makes the entire experience feel more artificial.

Overall, G20 is an infuriating film to watch, one that wastes its talented cast and squanders the potential of its premise. The film is predictable, poorly written, and visually lackluster, making it one of the worst movies of the year.