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 Paul M. Bradshaw (67) for Total Film (3,532) on 30 Jul 2012

Ron Scalpello's brutal debut about a young offenders' institution hammers its messages home with a sock full of snooker balls…

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By Mike P (1,383) on 15 Aug 2012

Another great British movie... Dark, moving, intense and some fine acting…

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By Anna Smith (519) for Empire Magazine (3,326) on 05 Aug 2012

A solid revenge thriller in which Cole excels…

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By James M (2,946) on 24 Aug 2013

I've watched some rubbish this weekend, but this is the worst so far, one of the worst films I've ever seen, terrible story, not gritty, just sh*tty…

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By Gary T (2,283) on 07 Sep 2013

Wow ummmn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch......its got a good cast of actors/actressess thorughout…

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By Bruno V (991) on 02 Jul 2014

If he doesn't get that sullen, angry white boy look off of his face...oh right my review- If I had to some it up it would be like the majority…

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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 Philippe D (128) on 08 Sep 2013

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

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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 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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