“Haywire” features some nice themes, including a close relationship between Mallory (Gina Carano) and her father, the kind which will make those who don’t have this kind of relationship long for it and remind those who do how fortunate they are. The film also hits on a truth and that is that sometimes we deal with problems which we don’t deserve or did not create on our own but we have to pick up the mess. To add insult to injury, she’s been double crossed in an operation which will require her every skill to survive and skills are something she is blessed with.

The film and action are fast-paced but some of the flashback scenes might be a bit confusing unless the viewer is paying close attention. At any rate, the sex, language and violence content levels all hit a three or above which means this one can’t receive our Dove “Family-Approved’ Seal.