After 20 years, the sequel to Rambo III has arrived. John Rambo comes full circle this time around with some closure on the character. Just like Rocky Balboa (2006), Rambo IV marks the last of what we will see of Rambo. This doesn't mean that the character dies but merely the fact that I honestly believe that there will not be anymore Rambo films in the future. At least, not by Sylvester Stallone and starred by Sylvester Stallone.
We find John in a secluded river village somewhere in Thailand. He ekes out a living by ferrying people around in his river boat and other odd jobs. It is at this moment that we notice that John doesn't look happy with himself. He looks reserved but you can sense that he is not satisfied. Whether it is with himself or with the situation around him, we do not know. However, he receives a plight from a group of Christian missionaries to ferry them into the neighbouring country, which is embroiled in civil war (Burma). He declines at first, but after being persuaded by Sarah, the only female in the missionary group, he finally accepts even though he himself sees that their lending of aid into Burma is a futile effort.
As expected, the missionary group gets captured by the Burmese army and are subjected to harsh imprisonment. Later, the head of the Christian Church that the missionary group hails from, approaches John in the middle of the night to ask for a rescue mission. Fearing for Karen's safety, he accepts. With the help of some mercenaries, John goes into Burma.
So that is the general plot. Or storyline if you will. Nothing complex, nothing too hard to grasp and no twists near the end. What happens next is pure adrenaline pumping, testosterone inducing, Rambo action. Alot of violence, bullets flying everywhere, deafening explosions, blood & guts are the main offerings. The movie portrays the violent Burmese soldiers really well and you can't wait for Rambo to let loose hell on them. Personally I found the movie satisfying and definitely something you should watch to cure your boredom. If you have watched the other Rambo movies, then there is no reason not to watch this one. Definitely another classic!
Check out the Rambo IV trailer below:
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