5 Things About ‘John Wick’ That Made Zero Sense and 5 Things That Made Perfect Sense

Assassin myths, clean suits, and a lot of headshots. John Wick is simple at heart but packed with world-building. Some parts click. Others don’t.

Here are five things that feel off and five that land well. We’ll switch between them to keep it balanced.

The Gold Coin Economy — Zero Sense

One coin buys a drink. The same coin pays for a night at a luxury hotel. Another coin covers a full crime-scene cleanup. The value jumps all over the place.

The film never explains how coins are priced. Are they cash, tokens, or favors? It looks cool, but the math does not add up.

The Continental’s Rules — Perfect Sense

“No business on Continental grounds” is simple and strict. Everyone follows it because the penalty is clear and final.

This rule creates order in a violent world. It also gives the story a safe zone with real tension when someone breaks it.

Missing Police Response — Zero Sense

There are big gunfights in busy places. Yet almost no squad cars show up. A single friendly cop stops by and leaves.

New York would flood a scene like that. The silence from law enforcement feels odd, even in a secret underworld.

John’s Gunwork and Tactics — Perfect Sense

John uses tight groups, fast reloads, and controlled bursts. He clears rooms and checks corners. He aims for the head.

These choices look practiced and planned. They fit a pro who trained for years and knows how to end fights fast.

Viggo Giving Up Iosef’s Location — Zero Sense

The boss wants his son safe. Then he tells John where the son is hiding. That move helps the one man he fears most.

It reads as plot convenience. A careful leader would mislead, move, or bait. He would not hand over the target.

Burning the Church Stash — Perfect Sense

John attacks Viggo’s cash and blackmail files. He hits the lifeblood, not just the soldiers. That forces a reaction.

It’s smart strategy. When you cannot find the man, burn the money. The enemy will come to you.

Iosef’s Safehouse Security — Zero Sense

The safehouse looks loose for a high-value target. People come and go. Perimeter checks feel weak.

Given who is hunting him, that is sloppy. The guards should be elite, layered, and paranoid. They aren’t.

Iosef Picking the Wrong Guy — Perfect Sense

A spoiled kid wants a car. He tries to take it by force. He does not know the owner’s history.

Arrogance and ignorance fit the character. This mistake is the spark that lights everything that follows.

Hiring Marcus to Kill John — Zero Sense

Viggo hires John’s old friend to finish the job. That choice invites split loyalty from the start.

A cautious boss would avoid anyone close to the target. This hire was bound to backfire, and it does.

The Puppy as the Trigger — Perfect Sense

The dog is a final gift from John’s wife. It gives him a reason to live and a path out of grief.

Taking that away explains his return to the life. The motive is clear, personal, and strong.

Share your take: which parts of John Wick made you nod and which made you roll your eyes—tell us in the comments.