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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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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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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VickimageJan 31, 2021

The Marksman isn’t going to please fans that want wall-to-wall action. This is a slightly different Liam Neeson movie - one with a bit more heart. In some ways it reminds me of Clint Eastwood’s The Mule. It comes as no surprise that theThe Marksman isn’t going to please fans that want wall-to-wall action. This is a slightly different Liam Neeson movie - one with a bit more heart. In some ways it reminds me of Clint Eastwood’s The Mule. It comes as no surprise that the director has often worked with Eastwood because you can imagine him in this role. That said, Neeson is great. Critics sometimes say he’s phoning it in with this post-Taken phase of his career but I don’t agree. All of the films have been interesting in their own way. Here Neeson gets to display more heart and empathy than usual - which is why I’m sure he signed on. The first-time actor who plays the young boy Neeson’s character helps is also great. They share a very good on-screen rapport. Like The Mule this is ultimately a road movie and I thought it was a very enjoyable one. Highly recommended.… Expand

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DogeGamer2015Oct 10, 2021

No es la mejor película de la historia, pero te entretiene mucho y la actuación de Liam Neeson es muy buena; es recomendable.

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