Review of Death Wish (1974) by Alex R — 08 Aug 2012

Excellent revenge action drama starring Charles Bronson, Death Wish is a fairly basic flick that relies on a simple plot. However the genius of this film lies in the menacing performance of Charles Bronson who shines as Paul Kersey, who's bent on revenge after the brutal beating of his wife and daughter at the hands of hooligans.

This is an essential film to watch for Bronson fans as well as those looking for a classic action film. Brilliantly acted and directed, this is a very good film that displays Charles Bronson in top form.

This film is a 1970's action classic. With effective directing, director Michael Winner crafts a wonderful action film that remains a standout film of 1970's action. If you enjoy Charles Bronson's work, give this film a shot.

The plot is fairly simple, but it manages to be thrilling due to a strong script, and Bronson's memorable screen presence. If you love old school action films like Dirty Harry, The Mechanic and Bullit, then give this one a watch.

The action is great and fairly minimal compared to the sequels, but that's not a bad thing because the focus is more on the characters and with that, it helps telling a great story despite its simple idea.

For fans of Charles Bronson, Death Wish is a must see. There's a good cast here, and there's enough action and drama to keep you involved from start to finish. This film is one of the best revenge films to ever be filmed and it's an essential Charles Bronson film to see.

If you love classic action, definitely watch this film. Death Wish is thrilling and leaves you hooked from start to finish. With a solid script, great cast and a powerful lead performance from Bronson, Death Wish delivers the ultimate revenge experience.