Plot
2005 film by David Cronenberg
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Why Watch This
David Cronenberg turns a quiet small‑town drama into a pulse‑pounding exploration of hidden pasts, delivering visceral action that never loses its emotional core. Viggo Mortensen’s transformation from ordinary baker to reluctant hero anchors the film’s tense, morally ambiguous narrative.
Best For
Action fans, Thriller enthusiasts, Crime drama lovers, Fans of Viggo Mortensen, Psychological thriller fans
The CinePearl Take
Mortensen delivers a career‑defining performance, capturing both the quiet dignity of a family man and the raw ferocity of a man forced to confront his violent past. William Hurt’s icy menace adds a chilling counterpoint, making every confrontation feel inevitable. Cronenberg’s deliberate pacing lets the story breathe, allowing the thematic weight of identity, redemption, and the cost of violence to settle in long after the credits roll.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- David Cronenberg
- Cast
- Ashton Holmes, Stephen McHattie, Ian Matthews, R. D. Reid, William Hurt
- Writer
- Josh Olson
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- Released
- 16 May 2005
- Language
- English
- Country
- Germany
- IMDb
- tt0399146 ↗
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