Tag Archives: parkour

The Best view | District 13: Ultimatum – Gravity-defying stunts keep French action sequel in the air

Posted on 2 October 2009 by Jason Best

Luc Besson, his directing heyday having just been given the Blu-ray treatment by Optimum, gets to wear his writing and producing hats for District 13: Ultimatum, the sequel to 2005’s frenetic action thriller District 13 (or Banlieue 13 in its … Continue reading →

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Couch Potato Pickings | District 13

Posted on 1 October 2009 by Beth Williams

When French futuristic action thriller District 13 was released in 2006 it acted like a showcase for  free-running -  you know, those running and jumping stunts (also known as parkour) that have since more famously featured in Bond movies Casino … Continue reading →

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The Best View | Shaken not stirred by James Bond – Quantum of Solace & Casino Royale

Posted on 20 October 2008 by Jason Best

I’ve just seen the new James Bond movie and I must admit: Quantum of Solace left me shaken not stirred. Don’t get me wrong: much of 007’s latest big-screen adventure is hugely enjoyable. Daniel Craig, the first actor in the … Continue reading →

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