Taken 3

Retired CIA operative Bryan Mills finds himself framed for the murder of his ex-wife. He must evade the relentless pursuit of Inspector Franck Dotzler and the LAPD while using his "particular set of skills" to track down the real killer and clear his name. As he navigates a dangerous web of corruption and betrayal, Mills also tries to protect his estranged daughter, Kim, from becoming collateral damage.

Taken 3 was largely met with negative reviews from critics, who found the plot derivative and the action sequences less compelling than its predecessors. While audiences were somewhat more receptive, the film's reliance on familiar tropes and a perceived decline in originality led to a generally lukewarm reception.

• A tedious and uninspired sequel that fails to recapture the thrill of the original.

• Liam Neeson's star power can't salvage a convoluted and predictable plot.

• The action, while present, lacks the inventive choreography and tension of previous installments.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film formulaic and predictable. While some appreciated Liam Neeson's continued performance, a significant portion felt the franchise had overstayed its welcome and lacked the freshness of the first film.

Director Olivier Megaton reportedly struggled with the script due to numerous rewrites and changes, leading to some plot inconsistencies and narrative confusion.