G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009) is a live-action film directed by Stephen Sommers, based on the popular G.I. Joe toy line and animated series. The film is a reboot of the franchise, bringing the iconic characters to life with a fresh storyline.
The plot follows the rise of the Global Integrated Joint Operating Entity (G.I. Joe), an elite military force created to combat the evil organization Cobra. The story centers around Duke (Channing Tatum) and his team of soldiers, who battle Cobra’s forces, led by the villainous Cobra Commander (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). The film introduces a range of characters from the G.I. Joe universe, including Snake Eyes (Ray Park), Scarlett (Rachel Nichols), and Heavy Duty (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje).
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra was a box office success, earning over $300 million globally, despite mixed reviews from critics. It spawned a sequel, G.I. Joe: Retaliation (2013), which continued the action-packed storyline.
The film is known for its high-octane action scenes, special effects, and large ensemble cast, including Sienna Miller as the villainous Baroness and Marlon Wayans as Ripcord. While it received criticism for its plot and over-the-top action, it was appreciated by fans of the G.I. Joe franchise for its faithfulness to the source material.
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