"Combativo" is a refreshing change of pace from the over-produced action films of today. Its simple yet entertaining storytelling reminded me of the old Rambo films I used to watch with my grandfather. "Combativo" features the story of a one-man-army who goes to great lengths to rescue his love from the evil clutches of a criminal organisation. The action scenes are really well put together and as an avid fan of martial arts films I was quite impressed by the sheer amount of effort and choreography put into the hand-to-hand combat scenes. The scene where the ninja assassin's shuriken whizzed past our hero, just barely missing him, lives rent-free in my head, as well the scene where the apache helicopter gets blown to bits. Truly had me whooping and cheering!
Shahzel Syed has certainly upped the ante when it comes to Pakistani independent films and will certainly inspire upcoming filmmakers to put their talent on the big screen.
Shahzel Syed has certainly upped the ante when it comes to Pakistani independent films and will certainly inspire upcoming filmmakers to put their talent on the big screen.