Review of Offender (2012) by Jordon J — 01 May 2014

An engaging, impressively staged revenge drama with a striking central performance from newcomer Joe Cole and a strong support cast. I say RENT IT!!!

This review of Offender (2012) was written by Jordon J on 01 May 2014.

Offender has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Izo K (33) on 01 Mar 2014

Zeker het zien waard, rauw, ruw en realistisch... Goede actie en je leeft mee met het hoofdpersonage omdat het morgen ook bij jou kan gebeuren. Doen…

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By Tom Dawson (244) for The List (2,018) on 29 Jul 2012

The way the camera lingers on the lividly bruised and battered faces of his characters, plus the clichéd use of slow motion, epitomise the…

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By Jarrad B (134) on 29 Dec 2012

Its one of the movies that have come out of or inspired by the London riots…

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By Brynn H (219) on 12 May 2016

I think the plot was a good idea, but I wasn't really a fan of it. It couldn't keep my attention and the characters were annoying…

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By Matthew Turner (2,508) for ViewLondon (2,339) on 08 Aug 2012

An engaging, impressively staged revenge drama with a striking central performance from newcomer Joe Cole and a strong support cast…

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By Karl G (223) on 11 Apr 2013

Like a (re)mix of Scum and Ill Manors with a full on vengeful beat…

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By Philippe D (128) on 08 Sep 2013

Was niet slecht, maar 'k had er meer van verwacht…

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By Marischa B (652) on 22 Jan 2013

For a film that slipped under the radar this really surprised me and was a really good hard hitting revenge movie…

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By Lila S (11) on 30 Jul 2012

Incredible acting throughout…

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By Alex C (1,429) on 05 Apr 2016

The lead actor really pulls you into this movie and does a great job of keeping you focused on the story being told…

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