Taken's subject matter is too serious for an escapist chop-socky movie, and the sleazy, exploitative tone undercuts the thrills.
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This review of Taken (2004) was written by Scott Tobias and published by AV Club on 29 Jan 2009.
Taken has generally received mixed reviews.
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