Action films like War 2, Superman, and F4 enjoy massive popularity across the globe, and influencer Dhruv Rathee’s recent YouTube video offers a revealing analysis of why audiences are so captivated by this genre. The appeal lies in the adrenaline-charged sequences, simple yet engaging storylines, and larger-than-life heroic characters that provide viewers an escape from daily life.
War 2, part of YRF’s Spy Universe, features high-octane action scenes and complex characters, including possibly the first grey protagonist in the franchise, played by Jr NTR. Superman continues to mesmerize with universal themes of hope and justice, while F4 brings fresh energy and modern narratives to the action genre.
The video explains that most top-grossing Indian and Hollywood films are action-packed, with franchises like Marvel, DC, and YRF’s Spy Universe dominating yearly box offices. Audiences are drawn to the visceral experience of heroic showdowns and dynamic stunts that trigger dopamine release and engage mirror neurons, key to why action cinema resonates globally.
Simple storytelling with clear heroes and villains avoids moral ambiguity, making it easy for viewers to emotionally invest and feel heroic themselves. The marketing focus on spectacular action sequences, evident in trailers with one high-intensity moment after another, underscores the genre’s core appeal.
Furthermore, Dhruv Rathee points out a key distinction in the style of violence portrayed in action films, favoring comic book-style, stylized combat that is thrilling without being disturbing. This helps keep viewers entertained rather than uncomfortable. Despite the commercial nature of action films, the video advocates for artistry in action cinema, highlighting examples like Zhang Yimou’s Hero and Ang Lee’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon as models for balancing spectacle with beautiful storytelling and cinematography.
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