The Accountant

— Ben Affleck’s a math savant whose military father honed his marital arts and marksman skills. As an adult accountant with Asperger Syndrome, he’s sought after by mafia leaders and gangsters who need help with their books. There’s plenty of backstory to support the primary action so it's not quite as preposterous as it sounds. Affleck is good as a nerdy, socially awkward, accountant who’s equally adept at taking out a bevy of hired killers or preparing your taxes, but it’s a little odd since his boyish charm and charisma are traditionally two of his strong points and neither are much on display in this film. There are twists and turns and the door’s clearly open for sequels if audiences like Affleck’s character. I’m not sure it’s Jason Bourne gold, but he might have a near winner here. I enjoyed it even if it was a little preposterous.

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[2016. 128 min. Directed by Gavin O’Connor. Starring Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick J.K. Simmons, and Jeffrey Tambor.]
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