In Love Hurts, Ke Huy Quan returns to live-action films as Marvin Gable, a realtor with a violent past as a hitman. The film juxtaposes romantic themes against a backdrop of martial arts and gory violence, with Marvin tasked to kill his former love, Rose, who seeks revenge after his mercy spared her. Key elements include a convoluted narrative supported by voiceovers and a secondary storyline involving another character's crush. While aiming for a balance between romance and action, the film’s overemphasis on violence detracts from its narrative effectiveness.
Marvin's voiceover keeps reminding us that it's Valentine's Day, providing an ironic backdrop to the chaos as the film blends violent actions with romantic themes.
The film showcases martial arts in everyday settings, combining life lessons and close-quarters combat, yet the violence often overwhelms the narrative and character development.
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