The Marksman

Voltage Pictures | Release Date: January 15, 2021

5.7	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 45 Ratings

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LazyPigJan 18, 2021

A hit or miss thriller, that was enjoyable. Not for some people, and is quite sad at times. But Liam Neeson was great and I enjoyed most of this movie.

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TVJerryJan 19, 2021

After Honest Thief, Liam Neeson continues sliding from his now-traditional action hero to a kinder, gentler adventure. He plays an Arizona rancher and former Marine sharpshooter who ends up protecting an immigrant boy from the vicious MexicanAfter Honest Thief, Liam Neeson continues sliding from his now-traditional action hero to a kinder, gentler adventure. He plays an Arizona rancher and former Marine sharpshooter who ends up protecting an immigrant boy from the vicious Mexican cartel that chased him to the US for revenge on his family. The duo ends up on a road trip pursued by the bad guys, while forging the inevitable bond. If this sounds predictable, you have no idea. Nothing about the writing or plot is original and the action holds no thrills. Not sure when will Neeson tire of these formula films, but we already are.… Expand

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The_Sifi_TurtleJan 18, 2021

I actually really enjoyed this movie. This is a perfect example of how inaccurate the critics are, this movie was great. Liam Neeson's character was very likable. Not a shoot 'em up without thinking or story. it actually had character andI actually really enjoyed this movie. This is a perfect example of how inaccurate the critics are, this movie was great. Liam Neeson's character was very likable. Not a shoot 'em up without thinking or story. it actually had character and plot. It wasn't a cheerful movie, but the happy moments in the film really shine. I strongly urge you to see this movie.… Expand

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MangoturtleJan 19, 2021

Liam Neeson's character was very believable and likable, you care for him. The movie was good for most of its runtime. Not the most unique story, but it was handled well.

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KatePikeJan 26, 2021

This movie is a great reflection for the time we live in, and it does not get overtly political, the action scenes are realistic, and the characters have human abilities and emotions. Without spoiling the movie, a lot more happens than whatThis movie is a great reflection for the time we live in, and it does not get overtly political, the action scenes are realistic, and the characters have human abilities and emotions. Without spoiling the movie, a lot more happens than what you see in the trailers and was exciting and emotional. Liam Neeson and Jacob Perez have great chemistry, and I loved the ending because the choices they make are so much more realistic than a classic "shoot 'em up" action movie. Highly recommend!… Expand

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MetacriticOnurJul 14, 2021

bad
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adjective, worse, worst;(Slang) bad·der, bad·dest for 36.
not good in any manner or degree.

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hyunwest123May 19, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Poor writing with no proper cause and effect, dog dying for absolutely NO reason and it doesnt even make sense because the dog had been so smart the whole movie. The writers just decide randomly to make the dog approach the cartel men alone. Either way a stupid death, the dog did not deserve that and it wasnt a meaningful death either. The action scenes were a disappointment, except for only one scene where neeson makes a car flip over. The movie is slow and boring and the ending is the cherry on top, with liam neeson basically dying (tho wikipedia says "unconscious" but stupid nonetheless how he didnt even call 911 right away and go to the hospital. Its unrealistic that the mexican cartel would have its hands on every police/hospital in the U. S. and he couldhv easily gotten help right after the "big fight" at the end.) besides, if the cartel is so powerful with its hands stretched out so wide then how does he know its safe for miguel once he is with his aunt in chicago?? Cant the cartel easily find him there if they are that determined to find miguel? I guess since the boss guy died theres less danger of that, but this movie had poor writing nonetheless. Neeson and miguel also burn all the money that miguel's mother saved for her son as she died. My family and i all laughed at that part because of how ridiculous it was. also, this movie seems HEAVILY pro-gun. which is fine, but its done so blatantly that it takes away from the immersive-ness of the film.… Expand

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garethvkJan 29, 2021

Liam Neeson is back in “The Marksman” and despite some flaws; the film provides what his fans want and is an engaging and topical film.

Neeson plays Jim; a widower who spends his time on a tiny and struggling ranch in Arizona near theLiam Neeson is back in “The Marksman” and despite some flaws; the film provides what his fans want and is an engaging and topical film.

Neeson plays Jim; a widower who spends his time on a tiny and struggling ranch in Arizona near the border. Jim is facing foreclosure from the bank after dealing with devastating medical bills for his late wife and feels that as a former Marine he has been given a bad deal by the system.

Jim often drives along the border fence and radios in suspected crossings but is willing to provide aid to those who finds in distress.

When Jim encounters a young woman and her son Miguel (Jacob Perez); he is drawn into conflict when they are pursued by some dangerous people which forces Jim to shoot when weapons are drawn killing one of the group in the process as well as the boy’s mother.

Jim turns the boy over to the Border Patrol where his daughter Sarah (Katheryn Winnick), is in charge of the local office and is concerned when he learns the boy is to be sent back to family. Seeing the individuals he had previously had a gunfight with waiting for Miguel to cross; Jim decides to honor the dying wish of Miguel’s mother to take him to family in Chicago; even when that means abducting Miguel from custody.

The trip not only puts Jim at odds with his daughter but as well as Miguel who wants to return home and causes the dangerous individuals to cross into the U.S. to ruthlessly track Jim and Miguel to exact their revenge.

The film moves at a steady and deliberate pace until the finale gives fans a taste of the action that they would come to expect. It does take some patience as I saw numerous opportunities for a person of Jim’s skill to attempt to set an ambush, trap, or counter the dangers facing them but the final resolutions are enjoyable and satisfying.

While the film does not have the action and intensity of some of Neeson’s recent works; it does provide enough entertainment to make it worth a watch and does contain content based on some very volatile and controversial topics which would spur intense debate.

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