Absolution
June 18, 2025 | 146 words | Movies
The brief plot summary of this new Liam Neeson action vehicle currently streaming on Netflix may prompt a “been there, seen that” response from you, as it did me. And the movie does indeed cover some very familiar ground. The viewer can anticipate just about every scene, every confrontation.
But the script and the staging manage to invest the proceedings with some unexpected heart and soul.
As is typical with this genre, Mr. Neeson’s ex-boxer turned mob enforcer who is rapidly approaching over the hill status is given very little dialogue to work with. But that dialogue is so effective his character comes across as real, as does everyone else during the very predictable course of events – no matter how cliched any one scene may strike you at first glance.
This is a well-done workmanlike effort, an enjoyable watch, and ultimately a very satisfying experience.
Robert J. Cavanaugh, Jr.
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