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Revenge
1945, somewhere in Italy, a runaway is shot down gratuitously. Years later, several women somehow connected to this old incident, use their sex appeal to achieve their goal: vengeance.
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Plot Summary
A smooth-talking ex-soldier, Jay, is recruited by his old army friend, Sonny, to help with a bank robbery. The plan is simple: grab the money and disappear. However, the heist goes awry, leading to a violent confrontation and a desperate chase for survival. Jay finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of betrayal and revenge as he tries to escape the consequences of the botched robbery.
Critical Reception
Revenge was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish direction, intense atmosphere, and Daniel Craig's performance. However, some found the plot somewhat convoluted and the violence gratuitous.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty realism and strong performances, particularly from Daniel Craig.
Deemed a stylish but at times overly brutal and predictable crime thriller.
Appreciated for its tense atmosphere and unflinching portrayal of violence and betrayal.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an intense and well-acted crime thriller, with many highlighting Daniel Craig's compelling performance. Some viewers noted that the plot could be a bit hard to follow at times and that the film's violent nature was not for everyone.
Fun Fact
Jonathan Glazer originally wanted to cast Benicio del Toro as the lead but settled for Daniel Craig after delays in production.
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