- Genre
- Crime
- Year
- 2014
- Runtime
- 1h54
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A Walk Among the Tombstones
Justice is the ultimate revenge.
Synopsis
A Walk Among the Tombstones is a crime thriller movie starring Liam Neeson as an ex-cop-turned-private detective, hired by a drug trafficker to find the men who kidnapped and murdered his wife. Set in New York City during the 1999 Y2K scare, Neeson's character, Matt Scudder, delves into the dangerous world of the criminals he is hunting. As he navigates through the dark and gritty underworld, Scudder uncovers a series of twisted events that lead to a shocking revelation. With strong performances and a gripping storyline, the movie keeps the audience on the edge of their seats until the final chilling moments unfold.
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Reviews
A Walk Among the Tombstones received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Liam Neeson's performance and the film's dark and atmospheric tone, others found the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 68% rating, with the consensus stating that the movie is 'stylish and well-acted, yet ultimately largely unsatisfying.' IMDb rated it 6.5/10, with some users applauding its tension-building and Neeson's portrayal of a flawed protagonist. Metacritic scored it 57/100, noting that while the film has its moments, it falls short of being a standout thriller. Overall, A Walk Among the Tombstones is a decent watch for fans of the genre, but may not satisfy those seeking a groundbreaking crime mystery.