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une tension permanant, on ressent très bien la vitesse et on est impressionné des monstres qui sont les Shinkansen. Avec de très bon acteur et une très bonne vf on est servie

Action is okay. Contains some japanese trash factor, like some scenes/dialoges and side-story. There are many similiar movies which are better.

[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]

Bullet Train Explosion (2025) is an interesting ride that tries to bring back the disaster-thriller vibe but falls a little short on the human side of things. The directing by Shinji Higuchi feels like it cares more about showing the technical process of running a train than about telling a story through its characters. You can tell a lot of work went into the production itself, especially with the practical effects, model sets, and tight editing that really keep the tension high. The problem is, while everything looks good and feels intense, the characters end up feeling like background noise rather than the heart of the movie. It feels more like you are watching a really well-made simulation than being pulled into a story. The acting is decent, especially from Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, who manages to bring some presence even without a lot of material to work with. The script, though, feels a bit thin, like it was written just enough to move from one tense scene to another without really digging into who these people are. The cinematography is clean and sharp, with some really impressive shots during the action sequences, and the sound design does a solid job of keeping you in that high-stakes atmosphere. The score is there but not very memorable, mostly serving the moment without standing out. Overall, it is a movie you can enjoy for the tension and visuals, but if you are hoping to get attached to the characters or dive deep into the story, it might leave you wanting more.

The producers deserve congratulations for bringing a breath of originality to something that in the hands of Gerald Butler or Jason Statham would have been just another run-of-the-mill action thriller. The plot keeps the viewer glued to the seat and chomping at the bit until the very last minute. Arigato!

Bullet Train Explosion offers a visually stimulating experience with its rapid pacing and action sequences. However, despite a diverse cast, the film's characters lack depth and development. From a rookie assistant train manager to a high school student, none of the characters undergo meaningful growth or redemption. Its antagonist's motivations are underdeveloped and fail to evoke genuine tension and an overemphasis on style make it a forgettable ride rather than a memorable cinematic journey. For those seeking a film with depth and substance, Bullet Train Explosion may leave you stranded at the station.

A classic reboot of 1972 "Bullet Train" film which becane quite popular at the time of its release due to its top notch thrilling suspense, amazing cinematography and its editing, has now shown the same result which bring back some old memories how cool were the 70s Japanese action movies. Quite an achievement over its pacing, its gritting story about the bombing plot by the mastermind with its thrilling suspense when it turns out to be a highschool girl behind this plot which was really a rollercoaster ride.