It has just been released on Prime Video and it is a perfect action movie to enjoy in the summer

Amazon Prime Video is experiencing an interesting change in its catalog by cultivating a new genre of movies that are light on plot but rich in action. These easily consumable productions have often been labeled as fun but forgettable. However, in recent months, some of them have transitioned from being mere entertainments to surprising works, such as the thriller Deep Cover, which has stood out for its narrative intelligence.

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The latest addition to this trend is Heads of State, which has just been added to the platform’s catalog, an action comedy starring John Cena and Idris Elba, that addresses power dynamics and politics in a humorous context. Although the film has issues with its writing and character development, Ilya Naishuller’s direction infuses explosive energy into the action sequences, with stylized cinematography and fight choreography that stands out compared to the political scenes that are less engaging.

The film introduces Cena as Will Derringer, a charismatic character with a cinematic background similar to that of Marvel action heroes, in contrast to Elba, who plays Sam Clarke, a former British soldier now Prime Minister. Their dynamic as a buddy action duo is a strong point; however, the moments when they are not on screen, the film loses strength: the political scenes are often boring and the plot twists predictable.

Despite the limitations in writing, the chemistry between Cena, Elba, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who joins the cast as Noel Bisset, adds value to the film. In the end, Heads of State does not seek to provide a deep discussion on foreign policy, but rather focuses on delivering stylized action and moments of comedy, and in that sense, it more than delivers.