Reprisal
Reprisal

Reprisal

2018Movie89 minEnglish

Jacob, a bank manager haunted by a violent heist that took the life of a coworker, teams up with his ex-cop neighbor, James, to bring down the assailant. While the two men work together to figure out the thief’s next move, Gabriel, the highly-trained criminal, is one step ahead. When Gabriel kidnaps Jacob’s wife and daughter, Jacob barrels down a path of bloodshed that initiates an explosive counterattack and brings all three men to the breaking point.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users64%
Director: Brian MillerGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A decorated police officer, Jacob, finds himself in a desperate situation when his family is murdered. Wrongfully accused and imprisoned, he makes a deal with a crime boss to escape and seek vengeance. Operating under the alias "The Scorpion," Jacob hunts down the ruthless mercenaries responsible for his family's death, navigating a dangerous underworld where betrayal and violence are commonplace.

Critical Reception

Reprisal received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its action sequences and Grillo's performance, but criticizing its convoluted plot and derivative nature. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the straightforward action but finding little originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty action and Frank Grillo's committed performance.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uninspired storytelling.
  • Seen as a standard revenge thriller lacking significant innovation.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many appreciating the action-heavy nature of the film and Grillo's portrayal of a determined protagonist. However, some viewers found the plot to be cliché and the overall execution to be unoriginal, leading to a generally lukewarm response.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the city of Louisville, Kentucky, with many recognizable local landmarks featured throughout.

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Gimly

Gimly

I know that as a general rule it's a safe bet to avoid anything that Bruce Willis does these days, but I've also had some good luck following Frank Grillo recently, so I threw caution to the wind and rolled those dice. Currently regretting ...