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Let's talk about marketing for a second. How do you effectively market a movie that is about kids becoming superheroes to fight real crime in New York without any super powers? The first answer is: not like Lionsgate did. The second answer is: you don't make it look like every other comic book movie out there.

In most cases those marketing tricks could be pulled off. In this case it literally puts an audience in harms way. This film is gritty and violent and all of the violence being done is by kids or by drug dealers. It's real stuff and despite the awesome and stylish way the violence is shot, it stills packs a punch.

The characters are fantastic. The actors will never see a chance to do something like this ever again and you can tell they are relishing every onscreen moment. Unfortunately I can't recommend this film for fear of feeling guilty. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and was thrilled with what new elements it brought to the screen but I can't honestly say you should go see this film.

In fact, all I can say is: I'm giving this one a 7 out of 10.

Language: Strong R, f-bombs are dropped frequently.

Sex: A simulated sex scene while fully clothed, a lot of voluptuous cleaveage close ups and a masturbation scene.

Violence: This movie excels in this department. Take a little bit of Death Wish, a dash of Kill Bill, throw in some John Woo and that's about what you've got.

Positive Themes: Our hero is a genuine guy whose intentions are really just to help others. As bizarro as the father/daughter relationship is, it's very strong and endearing.

Negative Themes: Kids with guns and knives, drug dealers, lying, betrayal and so much more!

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