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Review – The Raid: Redemption

22nd April 2021

Review – The Raid: Redemption Directed by: Gareth Evans Produced by: Todd Brown Written by: Gareth Evans Starring: Iko Uwais, Ray Sahetapy & Doni Alamsyah Release Date: May 18th 2012 (UK) What do you get when you take a Welsh director, a bunch of Indonesian stuntmen and a block of high rise flats and put them together? One of the greatest action movies ever committed to film apparently. I love a great action movie and I love tight, clever fight choreography and the Raid delivers this in spades. There is an extravagant display of martial arts on display here all shown with a realistic sense of brutality and grit that is a joy to watch onscreen. Whether it is a bare-knuckle hand-to-hand fight that you are witnessing, or a fight using deadly melee weapons, every sequence is beautifully brutal and expertly crafted in terms of its choreography. Although the fight sequences and intense action are the star attraction in The Raid, Gareth Evans uses his actors and his camera work to make the audience feel an unfaltering sense of tension when necessary to balance the sheer, white-knuckle excitement of other scenes. I have watched this movie a ton and I have seen the subtitled version, the dubbed version and the original Indonesian version without subtitles. Even in the latter, when none of the characters are speaking any English, you can still easily follow what is going on, due to the expressive performances given by the cast. Overall, if you are an action fan, you can’t do much better than the Raid. It is an intense story told so well by a bunch of extremely talented people. I would go as far as to argue that the level of intensity present in this movie’s fight choreography and its sequel has not been equalled since in any other action movie. Which makes the Raid movies some of my favourite action films of all time. [yasr_multiset setid=2] [yasr_visitor_multiset setid=2] Fun fact: some of the cast members from The Raid also appeared in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Read our review for that here! Buy tickets for BGCP Comic Con in and around Glasgow Scotland – BUY TICKETS Check out all of our Comic, Movie, Television and Videogame Reviews HERE and our Podcasts/Interviews HERE If you want to be part of the BGCP community, Join us on Discord, Twitter, Instagram etc then click HERE

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BGCP Interviews Alex Paknadel (Marvel, BOOM!, TKO)

28th February 2026

BGCP Interview: Inside the Mind of Writer Alex Paknadel Writing for comics is one of the most competitive and creative fields in the entertainment industry. In this special episode of the BGCP podcast, hosts Massimo and Alan are joined by one of the most exciting voices in modern comics: Alex Paknadel. From gritty indie horror to massive Marvel superhero events, Alex has built an impressive bibliography that spans genres and publishers. Whether you are a long-time fan of his work or an aspiring writer looking for industry secrets, this interview is a must-listen. Who is Alex Paknadel? Alex Paknadel has quickly become a powerhouse name in the comic book world. He first burst onto the scene with the critically acclaimed sci-fi series Arcadia (BOOM! Studios), a high-concept story about a digital afterlife that immediately marked him as a writer to watch. Since then, he has penned scripts for some of the biggest properties in pop culture, including Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed and the Doctor Who universe. He is also a master of horror and social commentary, as seen in his work on Redfork (TKO Studios) and the giant-robot mystery Giga (Vault Comics). Episode Highlights: What We Discuss In this deep-dive conversation, Massimo and Alan explore the reality of working in the comic book business. Here is what you can expect from the episode: Breaking into the Industry: There is no single path to becoming a professional comic writer. Alex shares his personal journey, offering valuable advice for creators trying to get their foot in the door and get their pitches noticed by editors. The Immortal Hulk Connection: Marvel’s Immortal Hulk is widely regarded as a modern masterpiece. Alex reveals how a conversation with series architect Al Ewing led to Marvel loving his pitch for Immortal Hulk: Time of Monsters. He shares behind-the-scenes details on how that collaboration came to be. Indie vs. “The Big Two”: We discuss the creative differences between working on creator-owned indie titles like Turncoat and Giga versus playing in the sandbox of established universes like Marvel and Assassin’s Creed. Deconstructing Redfork: We take a closer look at Redfork, his dark and atmospheric horror graphic novel from TKO Studios, discussing the inspirations behind the terrifying mining town tale. Listen to the Interview You can catch the full interview right here on the Big Glasgow Comic Page. Don’t forget to check out the links below to pick up Alex’s books and support his work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_sNDkDSr-s&t=2202s Support the Creator If you enjoyed this interview, we highly recommend checking out Alex Paknadel’s bibliography. You can find his latest releases and collected editions at the links below: Follow Alex on Twitter/X: @AlexPaknadel Buy his books on Amazon: Shop Here Buy his books on ComiXology: Shop Here Want to discuss this episode? Join the BGCP family on our social channels! We are Scotland’s biggest community for geeks, gamers, and comic fans. Join the Discord: Chat with other fans and get exclusive updates. Follow us on Socials: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Link to Next Interview: John Layman

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