Monkey Man Hits Theaters April 5, Marking Dev Patel's Directorial Debut
The action thriller, inspired by the legend of Hanuman, has garnered positive reviews for its intense fight scenes and narrative.
- Dev Patel's directorial debut, Monkey Man, set for theatrical release on April 5, features intense action and a vengeance-driven narrative.
- Originally slated for streaming, the film gained positive attention after its premiere at the South by Southwest Film Festival.
- Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, the film stars Patel as 'Kid,' a fighter seeking revenge against the corrupt elite.
- The film's action sequences draw inspiration from various sources, including Oldboy, Indonesian action cinema, and John Wick.
- Monkey Man received praise for its action scenes and Patel's dual role as director and lead actor, despite some criticism of its social commentary.