Review of Dead Man Down (2013) by Al S — 17 Jul 2013

An intensely crafted, hard-edged and razor-sharp action-packed edge of your seat thriller. It explodes with solid twist, engaging characters and surprisingly effective love story on top of that. It makes you get deep and invested with the characters and story and just make you feel more close and drawn to them and their motives.

This is the type of character-driven action film for thinking adults. A intoxicating blend of romance, action, suspense, story and stars. Director, Niels Arden Oplev crafts a very fine and muscular debut in American films with his fearless approach and sizzling style.

This movie is utterly heart-pounding and truly exhilarating. The best and most adrenaline-charged revenge movie in years. An explosively entertaining and furious thrill-machine. The cast is truly amazing.

Colin Farrell gives a powerful and engaging performance, he truly pulls you in making you feel his pain and rage. Noomi Rapace is magnificent, she's strong, sexy and heart-breaking. Dominic Cooper is terrific.

Terrence Howard is outstanding. A fine group of actors who all bring something special to the table and never disappoint. From start to finish this film will grab you and then knock you out.