Nicolas Cage, a former government hitman, delivers a cold-hearted performance in the film, earning a 6 out of 10. The film is a disposable but entertaining action comedy drama with a stupid plot and a few good laughs. Ashley Greene plays Ashley, who hasn't seen her dad Matt (Cage) in years and has no clue about his hitman past. When she gets entangled with an organized crime gang, Ashley puts her 11-year-old daughter on a flight from Miami to the Cayman Islands to stay with Matt. A football team's worth of thugs are on the next flight out, but Cage's wily 59-year-old is no match for the thugs. The performances are the weak link in the film, with Cage doing his thing with the relaxed air of a man in on the joke and having a fun time filming in the sunny Cayman Islands. Some actors aim for straight drama, but either their skills or the script isn't up to it. Despite this, there are one or two funny moments, making this film linger in your memory for a good three or four seconds. Director Tim Brown has a history of exploring various genres, such as horror and family films. His latest film, The Retirement Plan, is a violent yet fuzzy action-comedy that centers around criminal organizations and secret pasts. Filmed in the Cayman Islands, the film features notable actors like Nicolas Cage, Ron Perlman, Ernie Hudson, Jackie Earle Haley, Lynn Whitfield, Ashley Greene, Joel David Moore, and Thalia Campbell. Despite the overly cooked script and some scenes that lack intensity, the authentic setting and surprising character work give The Retirement Plan some much-needed life. The film's authentic setting and surprising character work give it some much-needed life. The Retirement Plan is an action comedy that follows a couple who escape a violent heist after being ambushed by goons they stole from. The audience is led to believe they will be a concurring presence. However, after a scene where Ashley (Ashley Greene) is blackmailed with her bloodied husband, she travels to the Cayman Islands with two of Donnie's men to retrieve a confidential flash drive. Ashley becomes an ever-present part of the movie, but the battered husband never returns. This confusing situation affects the story's overarching family dynamic, and the audience must assume he's alive to avoid ending as a dark drama. Thalia Campbell's character Sarah is a captivating character with a spark that draws viewers into her interactions with adults. The relationship between Sarah and her grandfather, Bobo, is witty, endearing, and insightful, reminiscent of Natalie Portman and Jean Reno in Léon: The Professional. Ron Perlman plays a crime boss lieutenant-turned-kidnapper-turned-softie. The Retirement Plan offers subtle commentary on politics and how everything in life is politically motivated and orchestrated for power. The movie is clean, fun, and entertaining, making it a great choice for those looking for a clean and entertaining action flick. The movie is worth a try for those looking for a clean and entertaining film.
