Jennifer Garner's 2018 action-thriller Peppermint, hailed by fans as 'one of the best ever', airs on Film4 tonight at 9pm. The film, which also stars John Ortiz, follows a widowed mother who becomes a vigilante after her family is killed by a drug cartel.
Plot and Fan Reactions
According to TVGuide, the synopsis states: 'Los Angeles bank worker Riley North is devastated when her husband and daughter are killed in cold blood on the order of a powerful drug lord, especially when the criminals escape justice.' The film shows Riley transforming from a mild-mannered mother into a one-woman killing machine.
Action movie fans have praised Peppermint as 'awesome' and a 'must-see'. One fan wrote: 'One of the best, if not the best, movies I have seen in a long time.' Another called it 'outstanding' and 'underrated', with many begging for a sequel. 'I have never seen something this good other than Taken. I am so hoping they do a sequel or remake,' one viewer said. Another added: 'Hated to see it end.'
Garner's Physical Transformation
Jennifer Garner spoke about taking on the physically demanding role, telling EW: 'I'd wanted to do something physical, but the roles that came my way didn't have high enough stakes to make me believe in them. The drama has to be real, and the reason for risk has to be the highest imaginable.' She added: 'It was full-on. It was the greatest fun. Plus, no working mom is ever going to say to her kids, "Pardon me while I do my second workout," so the fact that it was my job allowed me to really indulge in that experience.'
Peppermint airs on Film4 tonight at 9pm.
