Everything a Thriller Should Be

Rating: 10/10 (1 May 2010)

This is an example of what I hope for every time I go to the theater to see a action/thriller. The set up of characters and dangerous circumstances was perfect. What is more compelling than the love of a good father for his daughter? When the film started I didn't know anything about it so I had no expectations. Within the first half hour I was literally ON THE EDGE OF MY SEAT! Talk about engaging! This movie sucked me in in the best possible way. I felt for the Dad. I felt for the daughter and I cared deeply that the bad guys got their due. This movie's strength is not only in its fantastic story telling and fast pace action, it is in its unrelenting heart. You find yourself absolutely caring about what happens to the characters. You feel their pain, their fear and their determination. Don't miss this film! It is also one of those rare films that is worth a second viewing. Masterful film making. Master story telling. What a thrill ride!