#unstoppable 2010

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Have you seen Unstoppable (2010)?

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Voting ended onFeb 8, 2025

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Some Unstoppable ships I wanted to show off while it was still on my mind today (reuploaded bc i forgot to color 2002s hat)

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Healed scar doodles I've ment to do for the unstoppable gang so here they are (the only one who doesn't have scars is 2002 lmao but yeah)

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New animation meme just dropped

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Wanted to practice face expressions with some AWVR engines so here's a sick 1206, a annoyed 2002 and a 7375 talking

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Chris Pine as Will Colson in Unstoppable (2010)

Dir. Tony Scott 

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Unstoppable (2010) - REVIEW

SYNOPSIS

Denzel Washington and Chris Pine chase down and take on a runaway train.

I think it's pretty clear what Unstoppable sounds like on paper; a big, dumb, over the top action movie designed to keep you entertained on a Friday night rather and nothing more. Sound familiar? Unstoppable does sort of fit into that sort of mould but what helps set it apart for a start is that it doesn't feel like your typical action film. While there are certainly unlikeable and culpable people to dislike and root against there isn't a villain to overcome unless you consider the train (777) as such. Yes there are dysfunctional family dynamics but none feature too prominently or need saving, there are no gun battles, no malicious crimes being committed, there's no revenge that needs seeking out. Unstoppable has none of those familiar tropes that you would expect from a standard action movie; in fact it could be argued that Unstoppable is more of a disaster movie dressed up as an action thriller. This is the result of the late Tony Scott's experienced craftmanship and he's left us a final film that is slick, efficient and thrilling from start to finish.

Inspired by a real event, the premise is simple and occurs from a believable set of circumstances; human error and stupidity. The film is also very efficient with its time and that comes down mostly to the edit. In the early stages the film frequently diverts from character to character while the events involving 777 are kept at the centre. With body language and just a few scenes of dialogue, it doesn't take the audience long to figure out who serves what purpose from Rosario Dawson's capable and focused yardmaster Connie Hooper to Kevin Dunn's corporate minded vice-president Oscar Galvin. The actors do a great job making their normal, everyday working characters feel just that. While the stakes are clearly laid out in the form of 777's dangerous cargo, the mismatched old vs. new pairing of Denzel Washington's Frank Barnes and Chris Pine's Will Caulson is what gives the film its humanity. Both have small side arcs running alongside the main story but never overtake it; Barnes is facing forced retirement while Caulson is dealing with an estrangement from his young wife. These relatable issues keep these characters grounded and give them a basis to finally form a bond, an understanding and ultimately a partnership that drives them to chase down 777. Their mismatched chemistry plus Washington and Pine's star power is enough to make them both likeable and believable unlikely heroes.

Unstoppable is still an action thriller however and going in you will know what sort of discussions will be had and what sort of decisions will be taken by higher ups looking to protect their corporate assets. You'll know there'll be multiple attempts to stop 777 along the way that will be doomed to failure until our heroes are forced to come together. Structurally there is nothing new here but at no time does the film fall into cliched territory for me and that is down to Tony Scott's direction. Unstoppable is grounded and gritty with a welcome sense of realism without going too far over the top. The sharp edits also give the film a momentum and pace that makes you feel like you're moving at the same speed as 777. If you were to stop and think about it then you'd never really doubt what's going to happen but the film moves as such a thrilling pace that you can't help but be sucked into the drama and taken along for the ride. This is a go to action film for me, perhaps more so than Mad Max Fury Road, that ticks a very satisfying box.

VERDICT

Sometimes a straight forward but well made action film is all you need to have a great time. Tony Scott's final film, Unstoppable is that kind of film and has become a frequent go to of mine. Denzel Washington and Chris Pine make for strong leads in a fast paced, efficient and thrilling and joy ride of a film that ticks many boxes and is ultimately a very satisfying experience.

4/5

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1206 and 2002 doodle mostly of 1206 blushing