‘Push’ packed with quirky, entertaining action scenes

While admittedly confusing, "Push" is an enjoyable movie to watch.

Part of the trend of superhero movies, "Push" is a refreshing break from that mold in that its setting is Hong Kong instead of New York or any other American city. The foreign setting gives the movie a unique texture that makes its complicated plot more enjoyable.

At the start of "Push," American Nick Grant (played by Chris Evans) is trying to stay under the radar while living in crowded Hong Kong. Ever since his father was killed 10 years earlier by a secret government organization called the Division, Nick has been on the run. Like his father, Nick is a mover, which in the world of "Push" means that he has telekinetic abilities.

Other characters in the film can put thoughts into other peoples' minds (these ones are called pushers), see the future (watchers), or track down people by touching something they've handled (sniffs, of course).

Nick's life changes when the Division locates him. Suddenly, he finds himself drawn into battle against the Division, aiding 13-year-old Cassie Holmes (Dakota Fanning) in her quest to locate a mysterious container that was stolen from the Division by none other than pusher Kira Hudson (Camilla Belle), Nick's ex-girlfriend.

Together, along with several other psychics trying to keep away from the Division, Nick, Cassie and Kira attempt to track down the briefcase. The only problem is that both the Division and some Hong Kong thugs have watchers keeping an eye on the future and predicting what actions the group will take.

Our heroes' solution to that issue -- Nick writes instructions for each person in the group and then has his mind wiped so no human being knows what they're going to do next -- is delightfully elaborate.

"Push" is filled with quirky and entertaining action scenes, and its exotic setting leaves little to be desired.

Overall, "Push" is a good movie, but more than a little bit baffling. Certain issues that demanded background information, such as Nick and Kira's former relationship and Nick's motivations for helping Cassie, are almost completely ignored. Other issues, such as Nick's father's death, are dwelt on for far too long.