Heads of State || Family-friendly Action, Or So

There are movies that you look forward to, and there are those you see when you’re exhausted, so that it would more or less complete the deed, and send you into a sleep coma. That was the situation last night. Dog-tired from an exams, but my friend suggested that we see a movie, and I acquiesced simply because I knew I’d sleep anyway.

Heads of State (2025)

The U.S President, Will Derringer, and the Prime Minister of the UK have a strong dislike for each other. The former thinks he’s too uptight, and the latter thinks he’s properly unfit and under qualified to be the US President. Nevertheless, to solidify their association with NATO, and present a public image of co-operation, they are advised to make an appearance together before boarding a private jet that would take them to Warsaw.

All of that effectively comes to an end when an inside attack is launched while they're in the jet, and they now have to fight for their lives. No one to trust but themselves. A cynical man, and a great dad but not so great of a leader, it's clear that their chances are slim, but just maybe this threat against their lives is all they really needed.

My Thoughts and Rating

So, as you may have guessed, I did not sleep. I expected to, but it didn’t happen. I was pulled in from the very first scene where there was a tomato festival celebration till the blissful end. Every scene drew your eyes, as well as your heart. I enjoyed the fact that it was able to capture the essence of world peace and solidarity, and still send the right message.

And also, this movie is totally the type of movie you see with a popcorn in hand, and surrounded by family or, at least, a loved one or two. It has that charm that is just right, and makes it a movie fit for the whole family. I was certainly glad I had one beside me, who I later found out had seen the movie, but stayed silent, so that the experience stayed beautiful for me.

One thing I’d like to point out is the humour. I’m not a big fan of Cena’s movies, I won’t even lie, but this was great, and the jokes had an old school vibe to it, especially the part where you’re asked your whereabouts, and a images of crazy experiences through your mind, but you just end up saying something like, “I’ve just been around.” Yeah, that kind of humour. It was just epic. The dry wit, puns, and everything in between. Some predictable, but nevertheless endearing.

Priyanka Chopra was in her element. I’ve not seen a lot of her films, but I definitely should see more, because she interpreted her role impeccably. From her form, to the dialogue and then to the action, she showed that she’s indeed a natural movie star, and I completely loved seeing her like this. Idris Elba gives nothing short of perfection in his movies, and maybe the chemistry he and Chopra had wasn’t the best, but the action and generally just how cool he is, made up for whatever wasn’t good enough.

The CGI, Cinematography, and everything else were great. I love a movie that is paced properly from start to finish, and while I may not see Heads of State again, I can tell you for free that it is not a waste of time, and you may just like it a lot. For me, I would say that this is a good 7/10 type of movie. Again, totally recommend that you don’t see this alone.

Jhymi🖤

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