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47 out of 100

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8.3 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 134 Ratings

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  • Starring: Christopher Walken, Dakota Fanning, Denzel Washington
  • Summary: Denzel Washington stars as a government operative/soldier of fortune who has pretty much given up on life. In Mexico City, he reluctantly agrees to take a job to protect a child (Fanning) whose parents are threatened by a wave of kidnappings. He eventually becomes close to the child and their relationship reawakens and rekindles his spirit. When she is abducted, his fiery rage is unleashed on those he feels responsible, and he stops at nothing to save her. (20th Century Fox)… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 36
  3. Negative: 8 out of 36
  1. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: Jack Mathews
    88
    Man on Fire, with a best-ever Denzel Washington, is the first (nonreligious) sure thing to hit the multiplex this year.
  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Kirk Honeycutt
    60
    The film is always watchable, and the confrontations contain undeniable edgy excitement. But even if this weren't a remake, it would be a remake. Hollywood filmmakers have fished these waters so thoroughly that it's virtually impossible to land a big catch.
  3. Charlotte Observer
    Reviewed by: Lawrence Toppman
    38
    Man on Fire is as ludicrous as "John Q," "Virtuosity" and "Out of Time," yet substantially more violent, artificial, self-conscious and dull.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 78
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 78
  3. Negative: 9 out of 78
  1. nomad4life
    10
    This has become one of my favouite movies of all time. From the great soundtrack, the awesome cinematography/editing and the performances of the actors this film ticks all the boxes. Dakota Fanning is unbelievably good for her age and Denzel lives up to his usual standard. The first half of the film is quite slow but it is required in order to create the backstory of the Creasey/Peta relationship. Once the action kicks in the film really takes off. If I had one criticism, which I'm finding hard, it's that the film could be more violent. The first act of revenge is the most violent so after that it's a bit of a letdown. The ending could have you in tears.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  2. JonathanD.
    10
    This movie is absolutely perfect the art direction is the best ive ever seen, the acting is top notch and this is one of the most emotionally engrossing movie ive ever seen... i rarely get upset at a movie and this movie i was almost in tears at the end. Critics really did miss the boat... the only downfall was the length... but i cant find a scene to take out so i think the length was necessary.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  3. grandpajoe6191
    8
    Powered with beautifully frenzied cinematography and poignant performances by Fanning and Washington, "Man on Fire" is a unstoppable train advancing to the audience with mighty, brazen force.… Expand
    • 3 of 3 users said yes

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