For all of the lovers of the good old-fashioned espionage action-packed films, that seem to be scarce in a world of rom-com’s and dramatic biopics, you need look no farther than the dramatic wild ride that is “Haywire.”

Hype has been surrounding the film since director Steven Souderberg announced that the main star of the film would be retired MMA fighter Gina Carano.

Many concerns over the casting of Carano are shot down quickly as the actress displays intense and raw fight choreography, with a healthy balance of dialogue exchange with her star-studded accompanying actors, such as Antonio Banderas, Ewan McGregor and Michael Fassbender.

The plot for “Haywire” is straightforward, a prime factor in allowing Carano a chance to flaunt her own stunt work.

Carano plays the best spy in the business, Mallory Kane who quickly finds herself on the run from and after her former employer, scored lover Kenneth (McGregor), takes part in a plan to exterminate her.

Kenneth makes sure to throw as many things in Mallory’s way as he can, including handfuls of life-threatening scenarios that involve his own highly trained mercenaries as well as the Dublin local law enforcement.

“Haywire” does not exactly possess Soderberg’s elaborate and sharp plot lines, such as “Oceans Eleven” and “Contagion,” however the film continues to succeed and intriguing the audience by captivating their attention through out the whole film with savage hand-to-hand combat fight scenes and just the right dosage of suspense.

It is refreshing to see an actress such as Carano play in this role. It was wise of Soderberg to incorporate Carano, instead of some “eye-candy” woman who, in reality, wouldn’t be able to choke a man out with her thighs such as Carano is able to do in the film.

Carano was a prime choice for the role, as Mallory is to be taken seriously and Carano’s presence definitely makes the film seem more realistic.

“Haywire” isn’t all punching and kicking, though as the onscreen drama between all the actors involved deepens the film’s plot line and allows for the audience to become completely engrossed in the story.

While the characters are interesting to watch, the audience will not see any strong force of story progression or character development.

The film itself is set to take place over the course of about two weeks, and the film itself does not come in at lengthy, as it runs for only 92 minutes.

With the unforgettable fight sequences and sharp, dramatic dialogue, “Haywire” is most certainly a wild, entertaining ride that will not be forgotten easily.

Despite the lack of any real or deep story progression, it is a perfect escape from reality and from the harsh and bitter winter weather.