Man On Fire is one of the best films I have seen in the past 18 months and has successfully made its way onto my "Top 10 Films of all time". Although it probably didn't gross as much as it deserved through the cinema (in my opinion down to poor marketing) it is a must see DVD experience.
I was apprehensive that Denzel Washington would be playing the stereo-typical down trodden black man but his performance is more than that. He keeps you guessing throughout the film what has caused him to act in the manner he does; although never clearly explained it allows you to make your own assumptions.
I really enjoyed the way the film was shot (no pun intended) as it gave you a real feel for what certain areas of Mexico City must be like, the music throughout the film is also fantastic; fans of the Gladiator soundtrack will not be dissappointed although it is probably not on that level.
There is plenty of action throughout the film that seems to be extremely well thought out rather than just bullets spraying from scene to scene. There is also teh usual mix of heart string pulling but if your a fan of revenge and a good plot then this film is one for you.
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A good description of the atmosphere of the film - you might want to add a bit about the basic storyline (or how it is set up) and something about how well the other supporting characters were played.
chesestix 12.08.2009 12:52
I've put it as very good but prehaps a bit more detail is needed, but it did give me an impression, so i'd was it was a good review xxxxxxxxxx
LawrenceP 12.08.2009 12:51
More info on the running time, actors, DVD extra's would have been a good start.
Style trumps substance inMan on Fire, a slick, brooding reunion ofCrimson Tidestar Denzel ... more
Washington and director Tony Scott. The ominous, crime-ridden setting is Mexico City, where a dour, alcoholic warrior with a mysterious Black Ops past (Washington...
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Style trumps substance inMan on Fire, a slick, brooding reunion ofCrimson Tidestar Denzel ... more
Washington and director Tony Scott. The ominous, crime-ridden setting is Mexico City, where a dour, alcoholic warrior with a mysterious Black Ops past (Washington...
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Two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington ignite a masterpiece of mayhem in this ... more
powerful action suspense thriller. Burnt-out ex-CIA operative John Creasy (Washington) has lost faith in humanity and is set on a path of self-destruction, until he ...
Style trumps substance inMan on Fire, a slick, brooding reunion ofCrimson Tidestar Denzel ... more
Washington and director Tony Scott. The ominous, crime-ridden setting is Mexico City, where a dour, alcoholic warrior with a mysterious Black Ops past (Washington...
Postage & Packaging: Check Site. Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours...
Advantages: Great revenge action film that throws you into the heart of the story Disadvantages: Over long, poor dialogue in parts, can't decide what sort of film it wants to be
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Review of Man On Fire (DVD)
Advantages: great, fun movie, excellent C.G effects and loads of extras!!!!! Disadvantages: a little tame on the gore and violence factor compared to the previous films!
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