Falcon Rising (2014)



Directed by: Ernie Barbarash
Starring: Michael Jai White, Neal McDonough, Dana Michelle, Stephen Lang
Genre: Action, Martial Arts, Crime
Runtime: 95 minutes

Vietnam War veteran John “Falcon” Chapman (Michael Jai White) travels to Rio de Janeiro to investigate the brutal assault of his sister. Discovering a city plagued by corruption, crime, and violence, Falcon takes justice into his own hands. Using a mix of martial arts, tactical combat, and relentless determination, he dismantles criminal networks while standing up against a corrupt police system.

Michael Jai White’s performance: Strong, disciplined, and physically impressive as the unstoppable hero.
Martial arts and action choreography: Realistic, hard-hitting fights with minimal CGI.
Gritty urban setting: Rio de Janeiro’s favelas provide a tense, authentic backdrop for the action.

Falcon’s first confrontation in the favelas, taking down multiple assailants with precision.
The intense rooftop and alleyway fight sequences showcasing Jai White’s martial arts skills.
The final showdown where Falcon confronts the main crime boss, delivering justice.

“Michael Jai White is a powerhouse — perfect for this role.”
“Raw, gritty, and grounded martial arts action.”
“Not very deep story-wise, but the fight scenes are top-notch.”

Falcon Rising is a gritty, martial arts-driven action film that highlights Michael Jai White’s skills and charisma. While the plot is straightforward, the relentless action and grounded fight sequences make it a satisfying watch for fans of hard-hitting martial arts cinema.
Rating:
6.5/10
