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Angel Studios has dropped a second trailer for their ambitious buddy actioner Runner starring Reacher phenom Alan Ritchson (War Machine) and resident genre star Owen Wilson (The Royal Tenenbaums, Wedding Crashers). The trailer actuality on July 2nd but I was knee deep in work, so I figured I’d share and give my initial Trailer Tactical thoughts that came up with the in initial first teaser. Featuring a faith-based storyline but infused with hardcore action and thrills, this one looks to deliver a positive message amidst the chaos and carnage. Check out the newest teaser below!
A former soldier is thrown into a brutal race against time when a critical medical delivery makes him the target of a ruthless cartel. With betrayal closing in from every side, he must survive the chase and deliver his cargo before an innocent child runs out of time.
Veteran stunt pro turned filmmaker Scott Waugh (Expendables 4, Act of Valor) directs and the supporting cast includes Rodrigo Santoro, Leila George, Kate Box, Peta Sergeant, Geraldine Hakewill, Cecilia Toussaint, and Scarlett Crabtree. Waugh has received some unfair criticism with his film sin the past, but I am a fan and he is a veteran stunt pro so there’s no denying that he does know adrenaline on film and how it should look.
TRAILER TACTICAL REACTION: Runner showcases Ritchson deploying God mode and Wilson serving up laughs as the testosterone rivals the inspiration built into the plot. This may be faith based on display here, but Waugh looks to not skimp on the action and Ritchson doing Reacher things. I’ll take a little inspirational and motivational plot turns if it means watching Ritchson go all one-man army at the same time. Wilson is always game and the two look retro buddy action ready here so sign me up.
I have enjoyed a few faith-based action films in the past and they have come a long way from the preachy and almost mind-numbing positivity that was associated with them. It would appear that studios like Angel Studios have figured out how to get their messages of light and hope to the masses while not beating them over the head with it. Runner definitely has the vibe of faith based in the trailer as a young girl’s life hangs in the balance and there are still good people in the world who will forgoe their own agendas and help one another. Ritchson and Wilson look to employ the successful buddy action formula that was a surefire hit back in the day and hopefully more films like this will be back that subgenre as it is surely missed by genre fans. Plus, Runner looks simply bad ass with Ritchson demonstrating why he is the best old school action star doing it in the business today!
Runner hits theaters on September 11th!
