Today’s quick review: 2 Guns. Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg star as a pair of criminals whose dealings with a Mexican drug lord lead them to rob a bank. But when the money lands them in hot water, and soon they find themselves hunted by both the drug lord and the U.S. government. 2 Guns is an action comedy that relies on a variant of the buddy formula for its humor. At various points in the movie, Washington and Wahlberg are close friends, rivals, or mortal enemies, but their repartee is always entertaining. Their characters are vivid and dynamic, each prone to petty gamesmanship and self-aggrandizement but competent in a pinch. The actors handle their roles with confidence and charm, and their interactions are the greatest strength of the movie.
The plot has several major twists that keep the action moving. The twists add unpredictability but little in the way of depth: despite its detours, the plot can still be recognized as a fairly typical action movie plot. Likewise the action consists of standard gunplay with only a few unusual moments. Overall, 2 Guns is standard action movie fare with a slightly more intricate plot and a uniquely strong duo of lead characters. Watch when you’re in the mood for an action movie with a little something extra in the humor department. 6.7 out of 10 on IMDB.