Bright Review: 3 Ups & 6 Downs

5. The Action Sequences Are Unremarkable

Perhaps the most disappointing thing about this movie is that the action sequences are oddly benign for the most part, failing to make good use of the reported $90 million budget to deliver any remotely memorable set-pieces.

Ayer largely settles for monotonous, repetitive shootouts and a forgettable car chase, with the only vaguely notable action involving Noomi Rapace's villain Leilah stylishly annihilating some humans who get in her way.

Considering that Ayer has pulled off some stunning action in his career before (namely Fury's climactic battle), it's a shame he plays things so safe despite the huge sandbox of toys and actors he's given to play with here.

Rather than use the fantasy twist to heighten the usual cop thriller shootouts and chases, it all feels weirdly ordinary.