MAN ON FIRE (Theatrical Release USA 2004)

 Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.4|5.0 Starsìììì

Man on Fire—unexpected WOW! watch—delivers a well-paced entertainment piece via the talents of Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning. Fresh, original concept relies on an interesting venue to portray a twisted mystery that completely involves audience attention. Director Tony Scott once again shows his skill in directing and delivering outstanding entertainment.

 Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia

 Storyline

 A young girl is kidnapped. Her bodyguard makes tough decisions to get her home safely.

 Additional Thanks

Thank you to Director Tony Scott for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Lucas Foster, Arnon Milchan, and Tony Scott for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: John Creasy (Denzel Washington), Lupita Ramos (Dakota Fanning), Lisa Ramos (Radha Mitchell), Paul Rayburn (Christopher Walken), Samuel Ramos (Marc Anthony), Miguel Manzano (Giancarlo Giannini), Jordan Kalfus (Mickey Rourke), and Mariana Guerrero (Rachel Ticotin). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This is a very good, tense watch. The movie has a unique touch on the pulse of a certain type of culture and value system.

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Ben Meyers