It is always great to see a filmmaker stretch his wings beyond his comfort zone and see what new energy he can bring to certain material. Director David Yates and his lead actress Emily Blunt have taken an inherent American but global story and gave it an energy that shows different facets.

When "Gunpowder Milkshake" was first announcedin the trades, the aspect of this cast, and a female led action picture shot in Berlin just seemed like a fantastic idea. And for the most part, it is.