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BaroniSep 24, 2014

Probably Liam Neeson's best thriller so far! A brilliant dark thriller, that doesn't deserve the 5.8 rating it currently has. No cheesy lines, just a great detective hunt. This makes Taken look like a disney movie!

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TheQuietGamerJan 23, 2015

Don't come into this expecting a "Taken" like Neeson action movie. It's a slower paced and dark thriller. It doesn't do anything new for that genre, but thanks to a tight plot and an excellent lead in Neeson it's a top-notch addition to theDon't come into this expecting a "Taken" like Neeson action movie. It's a slower paced and dark thriller. It doesn't do anything new for that genre, but thanks to a tight plot and an excellent lead in Neeson it's a top-notch addition to the genre.

Most movies based off of novels have brief sections where something a character does makes little sense because the explanation behind it which was in the source material didn't make it into the movie due to time constraints. That isn't the case here. It's one of those rare cases where everything feels perfectly fleshed out.

A few familiar tropes of the genre are present (a retired cop becoming a detective after a past mistake on the force caused him to hang up his badge), but they don't detract from the overall experience. This is a dark, grisly thriller that I think is sure to please. An excellent book to film adaption.

My total score for the movie is a 9.9/10.… Expand

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analogkid280Sep 20, 2014

Very good thriller reminiscent of 70's films like 'Bullet' or 'Death Wish'. Anyone expecting Liam Neeson to deliver another 'Taken' style of action film might be disappointing themselves as this one likes to spend time building the sceneVery good thriller reminiscent of 70's films like 'Bullet' or 'Death Wish'. Anyone expecting Liam Neeson to deliver another 'Taken' style of action film might be disappointing themselves as this one likes to spend time building the scene before showing action. The director for this film did a great job in leading the viewer with lots of visuals leading you to notice or think something throughout the whole picture. This also has some gruesome violence so I would not take the kids to see this one as it is well deserving of is rated "R" rating.… Expand

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ArgeonSep 21, 2014

For an investigative thriller, it does a fantastic job at keeping the audience tense and afraid of what happens next. The acting is also great, but in particular, the two stars stand out; Liam Neeson is the classic Liam Neeson - gritty,For an investigative thriller, it does a fantastic job at keeping the audience tense and afraid of what happens next. The acting is also great, but in particular, the two stars stand out; Liam Neeson is the classic Liam Neeson - gritty, serious, with a touch of dry humour, and Brian "Astro" Bradley (TJ, in the movie) also does a surprising job at playing a homeless side-kick.
The visuals are also well-done, however, they may bore some. The movie is very gray, creating a dull atmosphere, which fits the movie perfectly, but isn't really appealing to everyone.

The movie is a solid 7/10. Some flaws here and there, but overall, if you can stomach a disturbing thriller, A Walk Among the Tombstones is a great Liam Neeson film.… Expand

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Compi24Sep 21, 2014

Despite its length and glacial pacing, "A Walk Among The Tombstones" still maintains the viewer's interest with a solidly subtle performance from Liam Neeson and some thrilling subject matter throughout.

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ThegodfathersonSep 21, 2014

A Walk Among The Tombstones is a taut, gritty and overall stylish thriller, that is a rare brilliance in book to film adaptations. Liam Neeson plays a detective who gets a case to find out the killers of the client's wife, but slowly getsA Walk Among The Tombstones is a taut, gritty and overall stylish thriller, that is a rare brilliance in book to film adaptations. Liam Neeson plays a detective who gets a case to find out the killers of the client's wife, but slowly gets tangled with much more than he expected. The film is very well directed and written, Director Scott Frank did an awesome job with this feature and I want to see it 20 times more. AWATT is a gritty, awesome and excellent thriller that deserves a watch, even if it's for Liam Neeson.… Expand

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noscoperaidersSep 27, 2014

A walk amoung the tombstones is a satisfying crime drama. Liam Neeson actually moves away from his usual taken character to given a more human performance while also no losing that badass side of him. As for the rest of the film its aboutA walk amoung the tombstones is a satisfying crime drama. Liam Neeson actually moves away from his usual taken character to given a more human performance while also no losing that badass side of him. As for the rest of the film its about average. Some characters like the kid and one of the murderers give convincing performances while others just feel thrown in. My biggest issue that makes me like other crime dramas like prisioners more than this is there really isn't any big villain reveal. It might seem like it when their identities are hidden in scenes but half way in they just are like screw it show who they are, killing the suspense and mystery. The movie is brutal so at times I was on the edge of my seat. Though its not the next prisoners or silence in the lamb, its still an average fun movie that might convince you Liam Neeson can do more than just play a taken like character.… Expand

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GinaKSep 21, 2014

I enjoyed this very well-made thriller, thanks to Liam Neeson, an excellent supporting cast, a very good, complex script (a real mystery), and also very good, clear direction. Complex and convincing, the film moved along without being overlyI enjoyed this very well-made thriller, thanks to Liam Neeson, an excellent supporting cast, a very good, complex script (a real mystery), and also very good, clear direction. Complex and convincing, the film moved along without being overly brutal and sadistic. There was just enough of the murders in close-up and mainly shown not in body parts but through frightened eyes that made this film work and raised it a cut (no pun intended) above the others in this genre. This is a thriller that gives a real feeling of horror, without being too graphic, along with a genuine feeling of sadness and sympathy for Scudder, the main character, but also for the victims..… Expand

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BrianMcCriticSep 19, 2014

A solid investigative thriller that while it may be slow it keeps you interested throughout. Those expecting Taken might be disappointed, this is not that kind of movie. Overall while unspectacular it's still worth your time. B

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talisencrwSep 17, 2016

Though I haven't watched a lot of them yet (I've mainly devoted my time, of late, to catching up on 1920-1970s cinematic milestones), I have a profound respect for the new roles Liam Neeson has taken on in recent years. It makes me think ofThough I haven't watched a lot of them yet (I've mainly devoted my time, of late, to catching up on 1920-1970s cinematic milestones), I have a profound respect for the new roles Liam Neeson has taken on in recent years. It makes me think of what would have been had my favourite actor ever, James Cagney, hadn't basically retired for the quiet life in the early 60's, when the perfect storm of 'great actors in B-movies' hit the fans.

My lady is more a horror aficionado, and of recent vintage films, so it was nice to throw this on for a spin and show her its neo-noir tendencies, almost as if going through a 'make your own movie' template, checking them off one-by-one. I don't mind that sort of rote predictability if it's done right, and, though heavily flawed, for the most part it does. By the climax, I basically only cared for four things: that the kidnapped girl, Matthew Scudder and TJ were alive, and that the two kidnappers/murderers got their just desserts, whether it be lengthy incarceration or murder, anything so their crime spree would be ended. The film was well-made and a very enjoyable experience, so considering the relatively minor flaws (especially the one-dimensional aspect of the antagonists), I would definitely recommend at least a watch for most cinephiles out there, especially those interested in 'true crime' type of contemporary American cinema.… Expand

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tdigilioSep 19, 2014

This movie is really good and just like taken I loved it and im excited about hopefully seeing a sequel soon because it seriously was sick. Liam neeson is my favorite actor.

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tie57Sep 30, 2014

If you give this movie a really fair shot, it will surprise you. You cannot simply walk into this film wishing it to be like other "LN" films, or with prejudgments because of a trailer or the attitude - it must fit into this category. ThisIf you give this movie a really fair shot, it will surprise you. You cannot simply walk into this film wishing it to be like other "LN" films, or with prejudgments because of a trailer or the attitude - it must fit into this category. This film is in a category of its own, with its own unique twist. All the negative reviews I have been reading so far, give me the impression some people were butt-hurt over the limited action sequences or perhaps even more rudimentary than that - a lack of good old fashion patience.… Expand