Amazingly Great

Rating: 10/10 (1 June 2004)

While I don't consider myself to be a hardcore action junkie, I definitely found solace in "Man On Fire." Many times when watching action movies I'm bothered by the lack of conviction the characters whom are seeking revenge put forth. Far too many movies portray a character whose wife was raped, brother was killed, dog was maimed or what have you and when the time comes to rain down the proverbial fire and brimstone, they start crying or have a fit of irrationality. You'll find nothing of the sort in this flick. Denzel Washington, as usual, gives us a marvelously superb performance in this tale of despair, awakening, and finally bitter sweet revenge. If you have a weak stomach when it comes to the killing of many a criminal you may want to go ahead and skip this one. On the other hand, if you enjoy a strikingly vivid saga of of betrayal and retribution, this is your flick. I immediately fell in love with this movie while watching and if you're anything like me...you may just do the same.