Alex Cross

Rob Cohen's Alex Cross (US, 2012) - From Bond to Bourne, bona fide action stars don't get nearly enough credit for their acting, an injustice that has seldom been clearer than when watching Tyler Perry strain his way through "Alex Cross." The cross-dressing "Madea" star seems out of his depth playing the hard-boiled detective made famous by Morgan Freeman in "Along Came a Spider" and "Kiss the Girls." Even reliable action helmer Rob Cohen ("The Fast and the Furious," "XXX") seems to be off his game here. Though this potential franchise starter may not reposition Perry, solid business looks certain. RATING: 2.