Kingsman: The Secret Service, released in mid-February, is an action-comedy sure to please movie lovers of all types. Kingsman has an all-star cast including Colin Firth and Samuel L. Jackson, as well as newcomers Taron Egerton and Sophie Cookson. The film is directed by acclaimed director, Matthew Vaughn, who is known for X-Men: First Class and Kick-Ass. The movie is rated R so it is not a family movie, but despite the language and violence is a great movie.

Kingsman is about a British spy organization of gentlemen that recruit a young street kid as they face a new enemy, Valentine, played by Jackson. Kingsman first shows the struggles of young Eggsy, Taron Egerton, as his father dies in a mysterious incident because of his affiliation with the Kingsmen. The Kingsmen recruit new prospects as one of their own is killed by Valentine. The viewers are taken through the recruitment process as Eggsy fights his way with several other recruits including Roxy, Sophie Cookson. The recruits are taught the values of being an initiate as well as how to carry themselves like a gentlemen.

Kingsman has been described as a mash between Kick-Ass and the 007 series. The action gives it thriller-spy elements while the quirky one-liners give the film a good amount of comic relief. Samuel L. Jackson plays a billionaire madman who plans to wipe out the non-elite of the world. Valentine’s plan of mass biological warfare is counteracted by his character’s comical lisp.

Overall, Kingsman is a great movie for comedy and action lovers. The action sequences contain captivating thrills and great effects. The comedy aspects are sure to make anyone laugh out loud through the movie’s wittiness and sarcastic banter.

All in all, five stars for Kingmans!