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Published: June 26, 2008

Wanted

An apathetic cube dweller finds a new life as an avenger after his father is murdered in "Wanted." We sent our TBO.com Street Team to check it out and share their thoughts.

"I know this film is not meant to be taken seriously, but I can't get past the totally idiotic plot. The magician-like stunts and effects can't save this awful movie. Don't even get me started on how they can curve bullets around obstacles to hit their targets. Angelina Jolie is back with her I'm-a-tough-girl face in another senseless action movie beating up men and pulling off amazing stunts even though she has a runway model body with no muscle. I don't know how I sat through this garbage."

Nick Conrad, Tampa

"If you've 'Wanted' it, you'll get action, drama, humor and more. This movie has it all. It opens with a laugh and ends with a bang. This movie is nonstop with excellent yet violent fight scenes that keep you intrigued. James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie all deliver excellent performances. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys a good action thriller with a side of comic relief."

Tanisha Speight, Tampa

"This movie has a stellar cast: Morgan Freeman (looking earnest) James McAvoy (looking pained) and Angelina Jolie (looking beautiful). Some of the motor stunts were impressive. I disliked the hackneyed excuse for a plot, the wasted opportunities for (what is it called ...) acting, the gratuitous violence and random sex. If you enjoyed Angelina Jolie in 'Tomb Raider,' you might find this movie acceptable. Otherwise, I would use 'Wanted' as a baseline against which to measure other atrocious movies."

Marian Hill, Tampa

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