This film was made for him. Forget about the exaggerated action flicks that he is famous for, it's these smaller thrillers that allows him to shine. A serial killer targeting police officers in South East London is slowly going through the entire division. It's up to an uncontrollable officer and a new sergeant to take him down. Firstly, being British myself, London is not this bad where you physically cannot go out onto the streets without a murder taking place. Secondly, you'll need to fine tune your hearing because everyone speaks like they're from "Laaaaaandaaaaaan! Init!". Accurate yet takes time to adjust to. What we are presented with is a consistently engaging crime drama with some well executed thrills. Yes, the narrative is slightly messy. Yes, this is not going to set the world alight. And yes, the protagonist should be fired...immediately. But it's entertaining as hell. Statham sarcastically blitzing (see what I did there...) members of the public with lines such as "I left you the crisps you cheeky bugger!" or "Do I look like I carry a pencil?". His delivery of the dialogue just brings a smile to my face. I want more! Considine was competent as always. Oh and Mark Rylance pops up occasionally. Wow, even Luke Evans makes a surprise entrance halfway through. Who knew...! Gillen plays the antagonist with a fun buoyancy that allows him to explore his character. Enthralling and maniacal simultaneously. Narratively though, it's inconsistent. The sub plot involving PC Falls was pointless and added no character depth whatsoever. The ending was uninspired and far too cheesy. Also a few plot holes regarding the killer that really weren't tied together. However, it's short, sweet and undeniably entertaining. "The Stath" is a man who keeps on giving, could happily watch four hours of him being sarcastic with his deep masculine voice.

Jason Statham stars as Brant, a rugged copper with anger issues. He likes a drink or twelve, likes to beat down on bad guys and is a constant source of PR hassle for his superior. When a serial killer known as Blitz (Aidan Gillen) starts killing police officers, Brant takes it personal.It is what it is really, just what you would expect from a Statham movie, where the tagline says it all, Cop Killer Vs Killer Cop! There's lots of chases, fighting, quips, brooding menace and with Brant teamed up with Paddy Considine's gay Officer Nash, some room for cheeky devilment. Director Elliott Lester and cinematographer Rob Hardy favour a scuzzy colour palette that befits the London locations, all while Ilan Eshkeri's sound tracking pounds away its feral beats.One sub-plot involving Zawe Ashton's rehab released copper doesn't serve much of a purpose, and you have to take with a pinch of salt how Blitz goes about his business (he leaves finger prints everywhere!) But it's The Stath kicking butt and that is more often than not good enough for a good time, such is the case here. 6.5/10

Blitz is a great film to watch if you have nothing to do on a Friday night or you're just in the mood for a fast - paced beat 'em up. Statham plays an aggressive cop who is tasked with finding a serial killer that is taking out coppers in London. Along the way we find out other crimes the killer has committed, as well as being introduced to some interesting characters and story lines that come into play with the main plot later on in the film. The story is not too complex if you can recognise characters straight away between scenes and the plot is revealed early on into the film. Exciting and at some points frustrating (no spoilers), this film is sure to provide entertainment to all lovers of acton films.

This really doesn't bring out the best in Statham. I quite enjoy his films but his character is so one dimensional and cliché. Coupled with a limp Paddy Considine and not forgetting an unintentionally soulless David Morrisey. However neither have much to work with in regards to the script. However Aidan Gillen is this films shining light. A thoroughly convincing performance as a sociopath, he gives the film some intensity where others fail.Plot wise! You could pick so many holes in it but don't waste your time. Enjoy the action and filming set over London if you insist or personally I'd say don't waste your time.