3 Days to Kill: A French Connection with an American Twist

Hej du! So, I finally sat down to watch “3 Days to Kill,” that 2014 flick directed by none other than McG. You know, the guy who’s known for making things explode in the most stylish way possible. Here, he tries to blend an action thriller with a heartwarming family drama. And who better than Kevin Costner to play a tough CIA agent trying to reconnect with his daughter while hunting down some bad guys? It’s like watching the Swedish dad try to grill in winter, balancing chaos and love, but with more guns and Parisian backdrops.

Now, let’s talk about our leading man—Kevin Costner. The guy has this rugged charm, right? But here, he’s kinda like an overworked parent at IKEA, trying to make sense of flat-pack furniture while managing a toddler. His daughter, played by Hailee Steinfeld, has that teenage angst down pat. Reminded me a bit of my own daughter when she was 15, refusing to speak anything but irony. Ah, kids!

There’s also Amber Heard who sizzles as a mysterious femme fatale. To be honest, her role felt more like a fashion show in a Bond movie, all glam with a sprinkle of seduction.

The action sequences are where the film punches above its weight. Think of it as Stieg Larsson meets Hollywood: thrilling yet personal. But sometimes it felt like a herring in a movie set in Paris, out of place yet weirdly fitting. And there’s a scene with hallonbåtar, well not literally, but the vibe of a sugar rush chase is there.

But here’s the catch – the tonal shifts are like a Swedish summer day: unpredictable. One moment you’re laughing, the next you’re pondering existential questions. Do all CIA agents even have time to bake cakes and save the world?

So, if you’re up for a ride that’s a bit of a smorgasbord (yes, I went there), with a mix of thrills and heartwarming moments, then this one’s for you. Might not be the film that changes your life, but it sure makes for an interesting kaffeprat.

Check the trailer below