Both the character and series look to the past for inspiration, particularly in 80s action cinema.
Unsurprisingly, fatigue creeps in as the universe expands and becomes more convoluted than before.
In the 80s, action movies scoffed at the very idea of this.
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Similarly,Reacherdoesnt obsess over stretching out a shared universe or kickstarting multiple spin-offs.
What is it that you want?
The hero takes a pause and then replies, I want to throw you out of a helicopter.
Alan Ritchson in ‘Reacher’ | IMDb
The character is a blunt instrument of force who punches first and asks questions later.
Think ofCobrafor a second.
From the story arcs to the dialogue, theres an accessible nature toReacherthat connects with a variety of audiences.
The show doesnt get lost in trying to be too smart or more than what it is.
It possesses an acute self-awareness, choosing to remain true to entertainment value alone.
Its enthralling rather than eclectic.
More importantly, its proof that meathead mayhem never dies and is alive and well in the 21st century.
