The Brave One
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: September 14, 2007
6.9
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Generally favorable reviews based on 107 Ratings
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8
TylerD.Oct 27, 2007
Very enjoyable movie with a very gruesome trigger of homicide-filled rising action and a satisfying ending. I loved it.
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8
AlG.Oct 9, 2007
Great movie,great plot intense/heart wrenching acting and amazing all around. My wife and I were on the edge of our seats the entire movie.
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8
DarcieD.Oct 9, 2007
Stop for a minute and put yourself in Erica's position...what would you have done? Thats what the movie is asking and thats what Foster shows..whether you like it or not..thats what the movie is about..going over the edge or not.either Stop for a minute and put yourself in Erica's position...what would you have done? Thats what the movie is asking and thats what Foster shows..whether you like it or not..thats what the movie is about..going over the edge or not.either you liked her portrayal of her character or not. I did....I don't agree with what she did but its a movie..and Foster's is beyond "the brave one " to put something like this on screen...what a superb performance and I'm beyond words to describe her as an actress, absolutely amazing. Thank you.… Expand
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8
GeorgeK.Sep 16, 2007
Excellent movie. Jodie Foster and Terrence Howard were standouts and the story, direction, and photography keep you glued to your seat. This was far more than just another revenge movie.
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9
KarenR.Sep 17, 2007
Smart and taunting, demanding self reflection.
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9
LukeTheDukeSep 22, 2007
I love the 'revenge' theme in books, TV, and film. Vengeance Unlimited was wrongly cancelled on TV, and nothing as tasty has made the rounds since then. 'A History of Violence' was close, but with a twist that employed a I love the 'revenge' theme in books, TV, and film. Vengeance Unlimited was wrongly cancelled on TV, and nothing as tasty has made the rounds since then. 'A History of Violence' was close, but with a twist that employed a different manner of vengeance. But this film really restored my belief in the spirtiual release which comes with avenging a wrongful murder of an innocent. The casting of the cops must have been done by a cop-hater, because Terrence Howard lacked believability. Foster was great, many of the bad ganstahs, the hooker, and others were also well-cast. Naveen Andrews was also unbelievable as the object of Foster's love. But, all-in-all, this was pretty satisfying. The ending also deserves a deduction. Really, my vote is only eight-and-a-half points, but MetaCritic demands whole numbers, so better to give it a nine despite its faults than an 8. If you like getting even with the scum-bags, you won't be disappointed.… Expand
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7
JauH.Feb 2, 2008
The story is a familiar one, but rarely is it done as well as this. Jodie Foster is terrific. Well paced and thoroughly interesting throughout. It is a little overlong, but I was always interested.
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BillyS.Sep 14, 2007
Forget all the praise and laudatory adjectives, all I'm saying is "Jodie Foster in a film by Neil Jordan". If you love movies, That's all you need. The Brave One is everything you'd expect, and more than you hoped for from Forget all the praise and laudatory adjectives, all I'm saying is "Jodie Foster in a film by Neil Jordan". If you love movies, That's all you need. The Brave One is everything you'd expect, and more than you hoped for from such a long over-due collaboration.… Expand
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ChadS.Feb 22, 2008
Nicole(Jane Adams) is only kidding when she refers to Erica's public display of affection towards David(Naveen Andrews), a man descended from Indians, as being "disgusting". The art gallery owner has an ironical lilt in her voice; she Nicole(Jane Adams) is only kidding when she refers to Erica's public display of affection towards David(Naveen Andrews), a man descended from Indians, as being "disgusting". The art gallery owner has an ironical lilt in her voice; she doesn't really hate her friend's coupling instinct to hug and kiss, after all, Nicole is east coast, a sophisticate, a card-carrying member of the intellentsia. Inter-racial relationships aren't supposed to freak her out. But not all walks of life share the same live-and-let-live mentality practiced by the broad-minded; for some, the very sight of a non-white male with his non-white hands all over a white female's body, is disgusting, sans italics. When "The Brave One" cross-cuts the couple's lovemaking with their savage beating, a correlation of cause-and-effect is made. They're being punshied. But by who? During the attack, no mention is made about either person's ethnicity by the perpetrators. The crime might not be racially motivated. But there's an inherent assumption by the audience that it is. The depiction of on-screen coital relations between racial disparates are relatively rare in mainstream film, so the editing has an unintended(or intended) effect of punishing the couple for engaging in physical love. As if "The Brave One" wasn't provocative enough, a cynic would suggest that David had to be non-white as a sort of license for Erica(Jodie Foster) to shoot black people in cold blood. She's not a racist because David was non-white. "The Brave One" isn't a racist film because Detective Mercer(Terrence Howard) is black. But what about you? Are you a racist?… Expand
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9
GaryT.Sep 11, 2007
The Brave One is one of the most electrifying movie that I have seen this year. It is very frightening & exciting, you'll never know how is it gonna end. It is a very well made movie, dark and gloomym dreary at times but that is what The Brave One is one of the most electrifying movie that I have seen this year. It is very frightening & exciting, you'll never know how is it gonna end. It is a very well made movie, dark and gloomym dreary at times but that is what the movie is all about. It conveys sadness & revenge. It keeps the audience glued to the screen & never hold back. Every scene with Jodie Foster is very engaging. She really commands every scene. She did an exceptional job as Erica. She leads my vote as a prime actress to win the Oscar this year. This is a Neil Jordan film which delivered very well.… Expand
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10
JaredC.Sep 15, 2007
Truly the movie itself is brilliant, Jodie Foster isn't the best actor, I don't mind her, but in most of her movies her lines and performance is usually annoying or unattractive, and horrible, but in this she does Emmy content, she Truly the movie itself is brilliant, Jodie Foster isn't the best actor, I don't mind her, but in most of her movies her lines and performance is usually annoying or unattractive, and horrible, but in this she does Emmy content, she is outstanding, she is the girl Jason Bourne. This is the best role she can possibly get, her depression, emo-ness, revenge, lines, and performance all together was amazing, she never got on my nerves, I was on the edge of my seat (and I'm not kidding or going over the top) at most times. It is very engaging, it is somewhat boring, I can see why there is so many underrated reviews because the story first of all is pretty standard, and the plot is pretty predictable, I can see that those who are teenagers, kids (which shouldn't be watching such a movie), or young adults wouldn't like it because it is boring and poorly directed. But overall it is a flawless fantastic very good movie with gripping relativity. It is a great movie, even though it isn't as good as other boring movies, but if you enjoyed The Good Shepherd or Breach then you would love this. This is an excellent movie that can't be missed, but I'd rather only suggest you to watch it when it hits the cheap theatres because it ain't the best, and just to let you know, it isn't uncompromising, it is an easy make, and simple to get.… Expand
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10
EnriqueSep 19, 2007
This is a major psychological thriller. Do not expect car chases, sensationalism, or vigilante pretext for exploitation like "Death Wish" or "The Punisher." This movie goes much, much further and beyond that. I am in favor of banning of This is a major psychological thriller. Do not expect car chases, sensationalism, or vigilante pretext for exploitation like "Death Wish" or "The Punisher." This movie goes much, much further and beyond that. I am in favor of banning of guns, hate violence and oppose war (of any kind). But this movie deeply got to me, taking me to that point of contradiction we all have inspite of ourselves in which we found in that very thin line between life and death. "The brave one" is perfectly well conceive, intelligent, extremely moving, thought provoking and makes no concessions at all. Jodie Foster and Terrence Howard are wonderful, and are supported by an excellent supporting cast. Neil Jordan has not been so effective since "The Crying Game."… Expand
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10
SteenM.Sep 22, 2007
Love this movie with Jodie Foster, I have seen it twice already..a must see..two thumbs way up.
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9
AustinC.Feb 11, 2008
This movie was great. You can see it on Comcast ON DEMAND for $4.99, I definitely recommend it.
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8
FrankM.Feb 13, 2008
Foster raises this revenge film to another level. She refuses to do the "bad ass" schtick and makes you really feel her loss, pain and rage.
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7
heeldavidNov 8, 2014
This wasn't the best box office film, but it gets impressive performances out of stars "Jodie Foster" and "Terrence Howard". Jodie Foster puts on one of her best performances, it's no "Silence Of The Lambs" or "Taxi Driver" but it's a must watch
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