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Punisher: War Zone
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MPAA RATING: R for pervasive strong brutal violence, language and some drug use
Starring Ray Stevenson, Doug Hutchinson, Colin Salmon, Dominic West, Wayne Knight, Dash Mihok, and Julie Benz
Waging his one-man war on the world of organized crime, ruthless vigilante-hero Frank Castle sets his sights on overeager mob boss Billy Russoti. After Russoti is left horribly disfigured by Castle, he sets out for vengeance under his new alias: Jigsaw. With the "Punisher Task Force" hot on his trail and the FBI unable to take Jigsaw in, Frank must stand up to the formidable army that Jigsaw has recruited before more of his evil deeds go unpunished. (Lionsgate)
| GENRE(S): | Action | Crime | Drama | Suspense/Thriller |
| WRITTEN BY: |
Matt Holloway
Art Marcum Nick Santora Lexi Alexander |
| DIRECTED BY: | Lexi Alexander |
| RELEASE DATE: | Theatrical: December 5, 2008 |
| RUNNING TIME: | 107 minutes, Color |
| ORIGIN: | USA | Canada |
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The average user rating for this movie is 7.0 (out of 10) based on 19 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Bill O. gave it a9:
It's The Punishe! It's supposed to be action packed, gore filled and dripping with bad assery. Much better than the other 2 films, and finally does the character justice. Plus it doesn't waste precious screen time explaing the already explained backsotry. A must see if you're a fan of the character.
Patrick M. gave it an8:
This is the Punisher movie that fans of the comic have been waiting for. The action is rampant, and the gore is over-the-top.
Dennis D. gave it a10:
Okay this movie was just plain fun to watch. I laughed out loud, I stared wide eyed, and smirked out of sheer "awesomeness." Seriously don't listen to the critics on this one. They obviously were expecting something different than plain ball's to the wall action. I mean seriously it's a punisher movie... did they expect profound plot lines and uncanny twists at the end. The acting fit perfectly with the style of the movie. One last thing... Ray Stevenson is the baddest son of a gun I've seen on the screen in ages! He makes Statham look like a school girl. GO SEE THIS MOVIE!
Patrick R. gave it a9:
yeah, thats right, i gave it a nine out of ten. allow me to explain: I'm a comic book junkie, and the punisher is one of my favorite characters. The punisher was never especially deep, he wasnt even brooding or sad or depressed, or really emotional in any sense. Thomas Jane's punisher attempted to make him more human, tried to add a believable element to Frank Castle. We all know how that went. The punisher is more a force of nature than a man and this movie did not attempt anything other than emphasize that perfectly. The punisher cannot be stopped because quite simply he WONT be stopped. he wont give in and he doesnt fear his own death. one of the best descriptions of this movie was "a slasher flick with guns" and the Punisher is the new Jason. never in the film do we see him at a point where he is in anyway struggling against his foes. he rips through them like they were nothing. nuff said. I completely understand that many people will think this movie is awful, however to see a comic book movie done with such a passion for the fan base ( every single character in this film has been plucked from different points in the comic) Its not the perfect film by any means. but as far as a film based on the punisher? hell yeah it is. this movie is everything the punisher is supposed to be, and if you like the punisher, you'll love this movie too.
A B gave it an8:
Just came back from watching the movie and I was definitely pleased. I was a bit worried that I would be let down after reading some of the early reviews, my suspicious about the reviewers not understanding the character were confirmed though. Stevenson is a brilliant Frank Castle, the guy is a tank in this movie, shredding through his opposition just like a on screen manifestation of the character should. The critics complaining about the gore prove them unfit in being tasked with stepping anywhere near the film with a pencil and paper, doling out stars or thumbs. While Im afraid the film will not get the critical recognition it deservers, with the majority of critics not understanding the character, I as a fan of Castle say I'm thoroughly pleased by the work the entire cast and crew have put forth. While I agree that the movie was loyal to the source material and worth my dollars, there was one main area I think should have been retooled. Jigsaw and Jim's accent is over the top, and in the end took away from the character, especially in the case of Jim. At a glance Pros: Unapologetically Punisher Level Brutality Stevenson is a compelling Frank Castle Movie pacing is great Cons: Cliche accents Could have used some more dialogue from Frank Overall: 8/10 Bottom Line: If you are a punisher fan, you're in for a blast.
Sean B. gave it a10:
To the general population this movie would seem shallow and gruesome. Yet for the hardcore fan of comics and the Punisher you will surely be pleased. Not to give away the plot, but imagine a Punisher movie where his family dies accurately? Or he walks and talks and shoots like ex-special forces rather then a super hero. If you suffered through the first two Punisher installments, then this one will make up everything those took away. Highly recommended!
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