Hakke Classic: Escape Plan
Summary
The hosts of Hakkedrengene review the 2013 action film Escape Plan, starring Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. They critique the plot’s logic, particularly the premise of testing prison security, and discuss the underwhelming performances of 50 Cent and Jim Caviezel. The episode highlights the film's weak dialogue, unrealistic stunts, and the disappointing late entrance of Schwarzenegger, ultimately labeling it a poor entry in the genre.
Topics discussed
Intro and Stephen King podcast discussion
M. Night Shyamalan films and Unbreakable
Counting Stallone's roles and film trivia
Thomas Hartmann's film collection
Stunt work and Bruce Willis casting rumors
Escape Plan plot: The prison facility
Critique of Sly and Arnold's screen time
Vincent D'Onofrio and heist mechanics
CIA involvement and Ray's backstory
Prison riots and character dynamics
Arnold's late entrance and plot holes
Escape sequence and tank ship setting
The villain Manheim and financial plot
Action scenes and helicopter chase
Ending explanation and final twist
Final ratings and review summary
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