Salt
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: July 23, 2010
6.4
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FitriAmirrolNov 19, 2010
Jolie is oustanding and the action is passable, but overall, Salt is an amplified action thriller trying so hard to be something more profound that it does end up being trying indeed.
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LynJan 23, 2011
Wildly improbable plot, wildly improbable action sequences, wildly improbable wigs on Angelina Jolie. Still, kind of enjoyable. Jolie puts a lot into these action roles and her face, as always, is mesmerizing.
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iamtrent424Jan 5, 2011
This movie has alot of action but it wasn't as good as i expected. I thought that this was going be one of her best movie, well i was wrong. This movie isnt that good. It has a lot of action but it wasnt action that caught my attention and IThis movie has alot of action but it wasn't as good as i expected. I thought that this was going be one of her best movie, well i was wrong. This movie isnt that good. It has a lot of action but it wasnt action that caught my attention and I knew what was going happen since the beginning. The screenplay was okay. They could have did a better job on it. I love Jolie but this movie wasnt near one of her best.… Expand
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Tss5078Feb 24, 2013
There was a lot of action, as well as twist and turns. Angelina Jolie is a tough ass, as usual, but while salt was definitely entertaining to watch, the storyline was a dry, done, and out-dated. I mean Russian spies in 2010?!? Come on... ItThere was a lot of action, as well as twist and turns. Angelina Jolie is a tough ass, as usual, but while salt was definitely entertaining to watch, the storyline was a dry, done, and out-dated. I mean Russian spies in 2010?!? Come on... It left a lot to be desired.… Expand
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markAug 22, 2010
(Que deep, gritty, movie-trailer-guy voice) "This summer ... Bourne has had a sex change ... and he's making the same movie like before ... but not so good"
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scrieciuNov 20, 2010
Don't give me wrong, this movie had a lot of action. But it was a little bit confusing and kinda ridiculous. For a minute, she's a Russian, then she's the good guy and all the way around. It's that kind of movie that you don't want to seeDon't give me wrong, this movie had a lot of action. But it was a little bit confusing and kinda ridiculous. For a minute, she's a Russian, then she's the good guy and all the way around. It's that kind of movie that you don't want to see again. The only fun part of the film were the actions scenes. The rest was non-sense crap.… Expand
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ThatLuxtonJan 21, 2011
This is my first review for metacritic, so I'm sorry it's negative. This movie made me feel old.. In the first 40 minutes I wondered what the point of all this running about shouting was. It all just seemed a bit silly and pointless. In fact,This is my first review for metacritic, so I'm sorry it's negative. This movie made me feel old.. In the first 40 minutes I wondered what the point of all this running about shouting was. It all just seemed a bit silly and pointless. In fact, frighteningly it reminded me of a Bruckheimer film where running about, shouting, leaping onto and off things with lots of explosions and impossibly gorgeous women are stock in trade. Although I have never been a Jolie fan particularly, I kind of thought she was respected as a serious actress. Here, she looks like Megan Fox's auntie. This movie may have salt but I guess I was looking for a little balsamic dressing.… Expand
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SeanM.Aug 1, 2010
Totally unbelievable... come on. Utterly predictable... people that say this is "unpredictable" and what not are completely out of their minds, or not paying attention!
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DNJul 25, 2010
This movie was pretty terrible because of the poor directing, emotionless script and lack of logic. There's too many quick camera cuts to make the movie feel somewhat believable but it fails. The Batman and Bourne movies made more sense This movie was pretty terrible because of the poor directing, emotionless script and lack of logic. There's too many quick camera cuts to make the movie feel somewhat believable but it fails. The Batman and Bourne movies made more sense because they were well directed. This movie just made me go WTF a bunch of times then I left the movie feeling really disappointed. Seriously, the this is direct to DVD quality action stuff and don't see this movie. Only people with no taste will enjoy this.… Expand
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kingshahidSep 30, 2011
I was not moved by the fact it was Jolie, and without that care - this movie was not what I had expected when I heard the movie was about espionage. The movie would have been better had they avoided the love aspect. Jolie is not the personI was not moved by the fact it was Jolie, and without that care - this movie was not what I had expected when I heard the movie was about espionage. The movie would have been better had they avoided the love aspect. Jolie is not the person for this movie. The movie became overly unrealistic.… Expand
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M_AlexSep 14, 2010
This movie has plot holes the size of Manhattan, is believable as the easter bunny, but apart from that, its a fairly decent action movie, of te "summer blockbuster" kind. Essentially a popcorn flick, don't see this if you're looking for anThis movie has plot holes the size of Manhattan, is believable as the easter bunny, but apart from that, its a fairly decent action movie, of te "summer blockbuster" kind. Essentially a popcorn flick, don't see this if you're looking for an intelligent, well-contrived plot. The comparison's with the Bourne movies are not good, mostly because the Bourne movies wre a lot better. Nonetheless, if you want to see a mindnumbing action movie this one does nicely.… Expand
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raporgiFeb 14, 2015
Stupid movie that makes absolutely no sense. AJ is unbelievable as a Russian sleeper agent. Its a movie for joe public and people who are politically ignorant. Its basically AJ running through different scenes killing people or running awayStupid movie that makes absolutely no sense. AJ is unbelievable as a Russian sleeper agent. Its a movie for joe public and people who are politically ignorant. Its basically AJ running through different scenes killing people or running away from explosions… Expand
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JamesB.Aug 2, 2010
Pretty good movie, but after a while you just get tired of the twists and turns.
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JudyTJul 25, 2010
Just a little bit better than average. Not as good of a project for Jolie' she kicks butt, but without joy and fun. Too bad.
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RienyeAug 20, 2010
Several action sequences stitched together with a very loose plot to boot. I went into this thinking it would be a watered-down version of the Bourne trilogy. Instead it a murky action movie with a lot of shouting. Don't expect to be excitedSeveral action sequences stitched together with a very loose plot to boot. I went into this thinking it would be a watered-down version of the Bourne trilogy. Instead it a murky action movie with a lot of shouting. Don't expect to be excited to priapic proportions.… Expand
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JawclAug 17, 2010
This was a total "girl power" movie. I didn't like it very much at all, really it could be helped a little with more realism. Like seriously she shouldn't be owning everyone throughout the entire movie.
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scunningAug 19, 2010
If you take one of the Bourne movies as the standard for this genre, or possibly earlier conspiracy/espionage films like Day of the Jackal, then this movie is unable to generate a score that is in the upper half of distribution based onIf you take one of the Bourne movies as the standard for this genre, or possibly earlier conspiracy/espionage films like Day of the Jackal, then this movie is unable to generate a score that is in the upper half of distribution based on quality. All of the attributes necessary for a great conspiracy film - convincing storyline, protagonist with whom to strongly identify, technically amazing yet believable plotting, and energizing action - is missing in this film. Weak characterization, a failure to convincingly make the plot believable, and kind of soulless action in a lot of places. I had to really concentrate to stay engaged, but never was able to. The movie simply doesn't lift the viewer up into the action and story, and I think it is because the nature of the story - an implausible cold war/terrorist cell strategy to destroy the US - isn't all that great. Plus, the movie feels like an origin story - we are basically given a story that will justify 2 more movies later. We learn why Angelina Jolie will ultimately work alone, why she cannot trust anyone except one person in government, and so on. In that sense, maybe the payoff will come in later installments, but this one was a disappointment.

What keeps the movie from being a total failure is the brilliant casting. Angelina Jolie, despite looking like thin and emaciated to the point that it harms the story's concept, is perfect. She is beautiful, as always, and has a slightly more Eastern European vibe that is hard to pinpoint but which was great. Her fighting choreographer appears to have made the conscious choice to compensate for her thin frame by having her use objects and closed in spaces to her advantage. Several times she can be seen pushing off from walls before kicking or fighting someone to gain more force, presumably, and in that sense the movie improves upon what would otherwise have been asking too much suspension of disbelief. When you see her leap from a wall into a guard, knocking him unconscious, somehow it seems possible - particularly if you're like me and really don't know much about martial arts and fighting. Liev Schreiber, though, was fantastic. The way he stares at someone is creepy. He also seems like a big man - tall and muscular - which fits his role here as a CIA agent perfectly. He is quiet and reserved in his scenes, but still brings intensity to the action, such as in chase scenes where he comes across as deliberate and calculating. All of the actors are, in fact, fantastic in this film, and if not for them and the direction, the film would be a total mess. But because of them, it lifts it up to what I generously score a 5. For me a 5, in this genre, means that if you are on business travel in your hotel room, and it's late, and the movie comes on, then you should watch it.… Expand
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NightianAug 31, 2010
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The bad things in this movie were Mrs. Angelina Jolie performance. I'm a fan since Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Changeling, but I felt like I was watching Lara Croft and Fox ("Wanted" movie) expressions. In example: She can't avoid the same smiles, neither reactions like leaning her head on the wall when things are getting worse. And the script.
Anyway, the good thing in this action movie is the story itself, is some kind of predictable at the beginning but you can't catch the double-double agent. I can't recommend it at all, unless you watch it on a weekend in your DVD/Blue-Ray with your friends.

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SazzersSep 2, 2010
Although it wasn't one of my favourite movie's ever I still did enjoy. I thought Angelina Jolie was very strong in it but I found the many 'twists' in the plot confusing at times and at the end was a bit baffled. Although I say this I wouldAlthough it wasn't one of my favourite movie's ever I still did enjoy. I thought Angelina Jolie was very strong in it but I found the many 'twists' in the plot confusing at times and at the end was a bit baffled. Although I say this I would recommend it as it was enjoy just not particularly remember able.… Expand
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StevieGJDSep 6, 2010
This was on a par with the Tom Cruise M.I. films. The action was well done. AJ is a credible action heroine (though I doubt she could take out some of the monstrous guys her character did). i thought the plot was interesting, though notThis was on a par with the Tom Cruise M.I. films. The action was well done. AJ is a credible action heroine (though I doubt she could take out some of the monstrous guys her character did). i thought the plot was interesting, though not terribly realistic: CIA operatives are going to believe a Russian spy over a trusted agent and then let the spy escape? It still was a fun ride.… Expand
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CunningLinguistSep 23, 2010
The plot could have been written by a 10 year old, the acting is mediocre at best and the "special effects" are, by no means, special. Need I say more?
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txrangersfan72Aug 6, 2011
As a fan of James Bond, The Bourne series and other well-written, acted and action-packed spy thrillers, Salt definitely ranks up there. While it isn't the strongest performance ever by Angelina, I'm not sure who else is suited for this kindAs a fan of James Bond, The Bourne series and other well-written, acted and action-packed spy thrillers, Salt definitely ranks up there. While it isn't the strongest performance ever by Angelina, I'm not sure who else is suited for this kind of character. I've heard they are making a sequel and are trying hard to get her to return to the role. I hope they work it out. I enjoyed the grit and action so much in this film that I'm hooked enough for at least one more movie.… Expand
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Forrestgump1Oct 9, 2010
"Salt is a sophisticated mess , it tries to hard to be the next Bourne movie , its clichéd , unrealistic , and plausible. Angelina Jolie gives it her best but her best is just not good enough. I Enjoyed the last 20mins then the"Salt is a sophisticated mess , it tries to hard to be the next Bourne movie , its clichéd , unrealistic , and plausible. Angelina Jolie gives it her best but her best is just not good enough. I Enjoyed the last 20mins then the entire 1hr 40min movie ...." .. C-… Expand
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nutterjrNov 16, 2010
Bourne style script and action that literally never ends - just like the film itself. I guess we have to wait for the next installment of the film to find out what happens in the end.
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nohoboboNov 23, 2010
Jolie really is great, but the happenings are just so unbelievable and cartoon-ish that I was never able to completely suspend my disbelief and just couldn't get into it. Did I mention Jolie is great?
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MovieLonely94Oct 26, 2010
I'm not saying its a terrible movie, but its just wasn't that good. the plot and character development weren't compromising, but the acting wasn't that bad and the action was kind of enjoyable. so, I'm gonna give the director five pointsI'm not saying its a terrible movie, but its just wasn't that good. the plot and character development weren't compromising, but the acting wasn't that bad and the action was kind of enjoyable. so, I'm gonna give the director five points since he was this close of making this movie so good and it was worth a try.… Expand
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FlapjackOct 22, 2010
The film moves at a decent pace for the most part, but gets kinda silly towards the end. Which is a shame as it's quite the thrill ride on the big screen.
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MorningtonOct 23, 2010
I miss star vehicles. Watching Salt I was reminded of the impact a great star can have on even the silliest of plots or add to the storytelling with whistless fascination in such a profound way.
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TheQuietGamerJun 28, 2011
Salt tries hard to be a action packed government conspiracy movie with tons of plot twists, but in the end fails do to the fact that I really never cared about anything that was going on, the plot is laughable at best and completelySalt tries hard to be a action packed government conspiracy movie with tons of plot twists, but in the end fails do to the fact that I really never cared about anything that was going on, the plot is laughable at best and completely predictable, and the characters are downright brain dead, and the action scenes which are the best part of this movie end up being nothing we haven't seen before, honestly I really can't find anything that makes this movie worth your time, you can safely pass on this one without a second thought.… Expand
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deserthazeDec 23, 2010
While the movie was somewhat stimulating as far as the plot and special effects are concerned, I was most curious as to how they were going to end it. In that respect, I was thoroughly disappointed.
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ReverendDDec 24, 2010
Nice action, but hoped it would've been more cerebral. As it is, it's predictable through and through. Not sure why Hollywood folks think that some "action" compensates for a reasonable plot. Common there writers and producers, we've seenNice action, but hoped it would've been more cerebral. As it is, it's predictable through and through. Not sure why Hollywood folks think that some "action" compensates for a reasonable plot. Common there writers and producers, we've seen all this stuff a gazillion times over. Some theatrical animation and computer effects aren't impressive anymore. It's not like we don't know that the actors don't jump onto cars on freeways or outrun explosion waves. Something new and more inventive would be nice for a change, once in while.… Expand
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XuDavellaJan 4, 2011
The only reason why I watched this movie was because someone told me that it was similar to Inception in that you don't know which side the main character is on at the end. After watching it, I start to wonder if the guy actually sawThe only reason why I watched this movie was because someone told me that it was similar to Inception in that you don't know which side the main character is on at the end. After watching it, I start to wonder if the guy actually saw Inception, because they're not really comparable at all. Some really nice action scenes and if you can ignore large chunks of the storyline you'll actually have quite a bit of fun with it. Even if you try to watch the movie at half speed (which will give you a headache) you still wont be able to figure out where the story is going to take you, which would be a good feature if that story would reach a good conclusion. How many ways are there to say that this movie has obvious gaps in it?… Expand
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lyric555Jan 19, 2011
I am an avid Angelina Jolie fan, but this film's plot was ridiculous and poorly executed. I actually fell asleep while watching this and woke up toward the end. The best element of Salt is Angelina Jolie's amazing stunts. Otherwise skip this one.
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TargetF209Feb 27, 2011
Whilst the story flies in every direction it can think of, this is a fun and entertaining thriller that fits right into the popcorn evening we all love to have.
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SickzFeb 13, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is pretty strange... too strange for me. And, well yes of course, the Russians are still the enemies. A very unbelievable movie, 2 stars for a little bit of action, a little bit of originality (yes the evil win... wait, do they?) and a little bit of Angelina...… Expand
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bottafffMar 15, 2011
Salt was a very exciting action packed movie. The storyline has been done before but they added details and twists that made it interesting. The only negative thing was that it was unrealistic in some parts, such as when she escapes fromSalt was a very exciting action packed movie. The storyline has been done before but they added details and twists that made it interesting. The only negative thing was that it was unrealistic in some parts, such as when she escapes from the CIA building and her ability to beat the crap out of 20 or 30 professionally trained soldiers. I understand it's a movie but it could've been a bit more realistic.… Expand
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rotkuJun 25, 2011
A well acted and entertaining movie if you can put aside the obvious plot holes, the outlandish acts the main character can seem to perform and still try not be too disappointed by the obvious twist which you see coming from a mile away.
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Khunter4382Jul 26, 2011
A fun action flick that is fairly strong in storytelling, but it has more holes than a sponge. Jolie exhibits nothing new here, and we are treated with watching her character evade inescapable capture and detainment. Yes, I was rolling myA fun action flick that is fairly strong in storytelling, but it has more holes than a sponge. Jolie exhibits nothing new here, and we are treated with watching her character evade inescapable capture and detainment. Yes, I was rolling my eyes here and there, but I can't say I wasn't entertained. The film has echoes of The Long Kiss Goodnight, but unfortunately it does not fare as well as the aforementioned. It's perfectly aligned for a sequel and I might see it, but if it is entitled "Pepper", I won't exactly be the first in line at the theatre.… Expand
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davenbettridgeOct 13, 2011
Salt has enough working for it to be watchable and entertaining. There is a lot of far fetched nonsense that makes up much of the action and drama, the story is ridiculously implausible and you'll have to turn your brain off to enjoy (whichSalt has enough working for it to be watchable and entertaining. There is a lot of far fetched nonsense that makes up much of the action and drama, the story is ridiculously implausible and you'll have to turn your brain off to enjoy (which is not an excuse for an average movie). Angelina has never really impressed me in her movies and while the movie is not bad, is still not intelligent enough for me to take her seriously. The movie is what it is, and is worth the time, but it wont make a lasting impression.… Expand
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avatar16Jan 20, 2012
Sorti en même temps que Night and Day, Salt déçoit autant que le film avec Tom Cruise. Pourquoi? Tout simplement par le fait que ce film sonne le déjà-vu, chaque rebondissementSorti en même temps que Night and Day, Salt déçoit autant que le film avec Tom Cruise. Pourquoi? Tout simplement par le fait que ce film sonne le déjà-vu, chaque rebondissement étant peu imposant car étant prévisible au possible. Et le "pire", c'est que le film de Philip Noyce repose essentiellement sur les épaules d'Angelina Jolie, nous servant une mise en scène assez plate et un scénario aussi sobre que brouillon. Mais il faut bien reconnaître que Salt se montre bien plus dynamique et réussi question action que Night and Day. Et pour cause, nous avons là un film sans temps mort qui enchaîne des séquences énergiques mille fois vues mais toujours aussi divertissantes à regarder. Salt : un film sans prétention, vite oubliable, qui se laisse néanmoins regarder sans déplaisir. Mais il est vrai qu'Angelina Jolie méritait bien plus...… Expand
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sinadoomAug 9, 2013
Salt is a decent action film, similar to the Bourne series. But despite the action-packed blockbuster thriller feel, it lacks polish when it comes to story and characters. It's like the entire film changes in the last 20 minutes, and itSalt is a decent action film, similar to the Bourne series. But despite the action-packed blockbuster thriller feel, it lacks polish when it comes to story and characters. It's like the entire film changes in the last 20 minutes, and it doesn't end properly at all. Throughout the film you never really understand whether the main character is "the goodie" or "the baddie". There was a lot of potential for a good story given the premise, but it was a missed opportunity.… Expand
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SpangleApr 21, 2017
Possibly one of the dumber movies I have ever seen. Yet, it is undeniably entertaining. For a first half that seems so compelling to only turn into a film where Angelina Jolie jumps from one truck to another on the highway as if they werePossibly one of the dumber movies I have ever seen. Yet, it is undeniably entertaining. For a first half that seems so compelling to only turn into a film where Angelina Jolie jumps from one truck to another on the highway as if they were just rocks in a stream is stunning. This is absolutely one of those films that asks you to just accept the fact that this girl is capable of literally anything or move on and watch a different film. Your enjoyment of the film is entirely reliant upon whether or not you will accept the logical leaps and gaps this film makes. Personally, this change is quite disappointing as the film becomes shockingly stupid and formulaic in the second half, but if you look past its dumb exterior, you will find that its interior is just as stupid. A case study in how being dumb does not make a movie bad, director Phillip Noyce's film is a thrilling film featuring Angelina Jolie kicking the **** out of people for an hour and a half.

Salt, if nothing else, proves that women in CIA super agent roles are not immune to being heavily objectified in a film. No matter how many people she takes down, the film goes to great lengths to **** Jolie's character of Evelyn Salt. From an initial scene where Jolie is dragged out in her bra and panties to be interrogated by the North Koreans to a later scene where she takes off her panties to block a camera, only to later sit in a cab with her legs apread, Salt continuously sexualizes her character. For a film that shows just how fierce she is, the film - as Mulvey would note - continues to play into the two roles for a woman in film: castrator and child-rearer. By highlighting her femininity and vagina, Salt highlights her lack of a penis and plays up that child-rearing possibility through not-so-subtle suggestion. With scenes of her beating men up and emasculating them by having them get easily taken down by a woman, Salt establishes her as a castrator capable of stealing the pride from any opposing male force she encounters.

That said, while the film plays into typical sexist traits of film, so do many films. Otherwise, it is just a rather straight forward action flick. Featuring Jolie as Evelyn Salt, a top-notch CIA agent with a husband and dog that is accused by an apparent Russian defector of being a sleeper agent set to assassinate the Russian President, the film initially toes the line quite nicely. Is she really Russian or is she playing for the Americans all along? Creating suspense and mystery around this subject, Noyce embraces both identities equally, leaving clues as to the truth in small actions she takes before making a run for it to try and rescue her kidnapped husband. This all mostly comes in the first half, which is definitely the stronger of the two halves of the film. Stylish, relatively smart, and well-staged, this section shows Noyce's grasp of how to create a spell-binding spy film that keeps its secrets tucked close to its chest.

However, the second half unfortunately becomes not just entirely stupid and implausible, but entirely cliche. From unsurprising reveals to a rather typical nuclear Russia and sleeper agent plot that seems more at home during the Cold War than the modern day, Salt plays on anxieties regarding Russia and never really makes them feel original. The Russians here are just run-of-the-mill European bad guys who may hide in plain sight, but need a lesson in how to not be so obviously Russian while still undercover. Ending with a greatly nuclear scene in a bunker under the White House - which inexplicably has a side room next to the safe room with a see-through bulletproof mirror (I have no idea why the safe room for the President has this room) - before we see Evelyn and the new chief bad guy do karate kicks at one another, the scene simultaneously shows the two sides of Salt. On one hand, we have the silliness of it all, compounded by cliches (omg the command is at 99%, but here she comes!). On the other, the excellent fight choreography, tension, and general spectacle of it all that makes the film oh so entertaining to watch.

While perhaps not the most well-thought out action movie ever made, Salt is still terrific fun. Well made and thoroughly thrilling throughout, Salt shows that when Angelina Jolie is given a gun and tasked with shooting or kicking anybody that comes near her, she is really in her element. Plus, who could not love another modern action movie that blatantly sets up a sequel and, as of yet, has not received one with no word on a sequel in five years? This should be a new subgenre: films that setup a sequel that will apparently never be made.… Expand
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dev92Aug 25, 2012
This film was average at best. It had a nice ending and for that I gave it a positive score rather than a mixed one but really this film is mostly the same as nearly every other espionage based action film.
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worleyjamersDec 8, 2012
This movie really surprised me; it's much better than what I thought it would be. I went into this movie not really knowing what it would be like, but it turned out to be great. This is an action packed thriller that will have you on the edgeThis movie really surprised me; it's much better than what I thought it would be. I went into this movie not really knowing what it would be like, but it turned out to be great. This is an action packed thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat the whole time. Is it predictable? A little, but there are just enough surprises to keep you thinking. It's not the most realistic story, but it works for the type of movie it is. Many people probably will rip all over this film because it's not perfect, but it does it's job, and I see absolutely nothing wrong with that. It is more than entertaining! I highly recommend this movie.… Expand
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diogomendesSep 28, 2015
Angelina Jolie at its finest in this absurdly over-the-top action flick, loved how badass her character was, but I have to admit the ridiculous plot and preposterous, if entertaining action moments do vex me, to the point I lower my score.Angelina Jolie at its finest in this absurdly over-the-top action flick, loved how badass her character was, but I have to admit the ridiculous plot and preposterous, if entertaining action moments do vex me, to the point I lower my score. The characters aren't also all that interesting, but the slick direction and Jolie's performance is already enough to compensate, in my opinion.

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CineAutoctonoDec 19, 2015
The action scenes of " Salt " and the good performance of Angelina Jolie, had a good detachment , but the movie as boring and not fueun good complement to what I wanted from this film , but likewise good job of Angelina .
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eva3si0nNov 2, 2021
Salt is an adventure film about spies. The plot itself is as delusional as possible, in the spirit of Tom Clancy. Good action scenes and chases are cospensing the storyline. The ending of the film is generally simply beautiful, I have notSalt is an adventure film about spies. The plot itself is as delusional as possible, in the spirit of Tom Clancy. Good action scenes and chases are cospensing the storyline. The ending of the film is generally simply beautiful, I have not seen such idiocy before in the movie.… Expand
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skeletoroneOct 7, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SALT is not a bad movie but the mind game that spy movies tend to play is executed badly, sadly. If the viewer pays attention he will notice that Evelyn Salt isn't killing anybody on the american side. So it is already clear that she is indeed the good person in all of this when we are not even halfway through the movie. There is no real plot twist, it becomes rather clear who will be the bad guy so we are just watching Salt do her thing to save the world until the movie is finished. SALT is not really a spy movie. If you expected that, you're probably disappointed. It is a straight forward action flick. It's competent but unremarkable.… Expand
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FilipeNetoMay 23, 2020
It is not the first time that Angelina Jolie has brought a spy to life, she did it very well in "Mr. And Mrs. Smith". Here, she comes back and in good shape, with a good job, but she is no longer as young or as beautiful as she was.

TheIt is not the first time that Angelina Jolie has brought a spy to life, she did it very well in "Mr. And Mrs. Smith". Here, she comes back and in good shape, with a good job, but she is no longer as young or as beautiful as she was.

The script is simple but intriguing: Evelyn Salt, a highly respected CIA agent, is accused by a Russian defector of being a Russian undercover agent, trained from a child to be a convincing American citizen until it's time to act. While trying to protect her husband from the actions of his agency colleagues, Salt will have to flee in order to try to clear her name and discover the truth. It is a good script and it develops very well, but very much within what we can expect in a spy movie. In fact, we've seen similar movies before.

The cast is, as I mentioned, led by Angelina Jolie. She is an actress who is no longer young, and may even seem old for her role here. But she is very good at what she does, she has charisma and presence. Anyway, I think this film will never be part of the top ten in her career, she seems very uninspired. The rest of the cast do what they have to do to support her: Liev Schreiber was very good and tried to surprise; Chiwetel Ejiofor has little to do besides being a counterpoint to Schreiber's character; Daniel Olbrychski had no material for more.

Technically, the film is good. What I highlight most is the fast pace, which helps to keep our interest. Everything happens very quickly. Without that, and the excellent action scenes throughout the film, our interest would certainly be lost before the middle. The pace also helps to mitigate the credibility flaws in the story, as we are so attentive to everything that happens that we do not question the logic of it. A smart move. To add, we have good cinematography, with very well filming work and some light tension that helps in the action and makes the film fun to watch without making it too intense.

Fun, fast-paced, action-packed and with an intriguing story behind it, it is a film that will make the audience stick to the screen until the end, although they may probably not want to repeat the shot after realizing the several flaws it has.… Expand
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geewahJan 23, 2021
A movie that so wants to be the next Bourne or Bond franchise, but falls well short.
Jolie does her best but the screenplay seems so contrived.
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