Movie Review : The Mark 2 - Redemption

Another fantastic film showing how Christian films are growing up is The Mark 2 - Redemption.

The story starts where the first film ended and shows our two heroes, the carrier of the experimental and successful chip that will be used by the Anti-Christ and the stewardess. Last we saw of them they had parachuted off the airplane and were drifting down onto Hong Kong where fires were burning and the streets in chaos.They're are chased by bad guys whose job it is to bring the hero back in - alive - so the great plan can commence. 

This film is gritty, with gun fights, complete with bloody wounds, slave rings, and takes place in Hong Kong. It isn't the usual cleaned up streets. Instead, it shows the city in all its honesty - a refreshing change. Even the scene when they find the slave girls shows the deplorable living conditions they are forced to endure.

Through out, there is the message of hope by salvation in Jesus Christ.

Out of five stars - this film is a four and half, suggested for older teens and adults.

Movie Review ; The Mark

Wow! Want to talk about a perfect blend of entertainment suitable for both secular and Christian audiences.

The film opens with a first trial human experiment in a cargo container on the docks in Bangkok, guarded by mercenaries who are attacked by Ninja type fighters. Most are killed except for Chad Turner who accidentally becomes a very valuable commodity for Avanti, a company waiting to announce a huge break through at a global conference in Berlin.

Most of the action takes place on a flight flying between Bangkok and Berlin. Some of the action reminds the viewer of 'Air Force One' with a hijacking attempt to capture 'the mark' Chad, executed hostages, and wounded pilots. Not to mention some twists very similar to the plane scenes in 'Left Behind'.

'The Mark' is an excellent film full of action, political intrigue and exotic locations. Not to mention happenings that could be ripped from today's headlines and realistic yet frightening future.

Out of five stars, one being the lowest and five the highest, this film is five.