Mayday

This is a solidly fun and well-liked flick that leans on its two leads. The story, a Navy pilot trapped behind enemy lines forced to team up with an eccentric ex-KGB agent, is serviceable but familiar territory and lands as the weaker link. The movie really works because of the chemistry and sharp humor between Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, who most people agree are having a blast. The visuals are slick, though a few feel the pacing drags in spots. It’s a crowd-pleaser that delivers what it promises.