The movie “Proud Mary” shows director Babak Najafi as he tells the story of seasoned assassin Mary (Taraji P. Henson) forming a powerful connection with vulnerable young Danny (Jahi Di’Allo Winston) during their redemption journey. In the organized crime family Mary exists as their professional hitwoman displaying complete lethal capability. When Mary performs a simple attack she finds Danny which pushes her to resolve her criminal history against both her job and her surprising protective behaviors towards the boy.
Through outstanding acting Henson presents a believable character who displays hard edges yet shows genuine gentle moments that viewers deeply connect with. Boston’s unique violent society stands out through excellent cinematographic choices paired with expertly choreographed fight scenes. The power of the story pulls viewers into the narrative yet struggles because of recycled traditional elements while showing its peripheral actors without great substance.
Throughout the film viewers find insightful insight into the human connections which initiate transformation while experiencing the story of redemption between complex networks of choice and loyalty and maternal instinct for survival in a chaotic world. The story delivers a meaningful account about escaping from historical connections.
