Law Abiding Citizen

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2009
Drama, Crime, Thriller

A frustrated man decides to take justice into his own hands after a plea bargain sets one of his family’s killers free. He targets not only the killer but also the district attorney and others involved in the deal.

Just like a thriller should be. Clever, tense, and to the point. It also has great acting and even some meaning for what it is, so it’s a safe bet.…
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RockNRolla

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2008
Action, Crime, Thriller

When a Russian mobster sets up a real estate scam that generates millions of pounds, various members of London’s criminal underworld pursue their share of the fortune. Various shady characters, including Mr One-Two, Stella the accountant, and Johnny Quid, a druggie rock-star, try to claim their slice.

Stylish movie with all the trademarks of Guy Ritchie. It lacks a bit of spirit of Snatch, but it’s nevertheless a well-crafted thriller.
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Butterfly on a Wheel

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2007
Crime, Drama, Thriller

A sociopathic kidnapper methodically pushes a desperate pair of parents to their absolute breaking point.

I had a great time watching this. It has everything a thriller should have. Sharp plot, great acting and smooth execution.
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Olympus Has Fallen

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2013
Action, Thriller

When the White House (Secret Service Code: “Olympus”) is captured by a terrorist mastermind and the President is kidnapped, disgraced former Presidential guard Mike Banning finds himself trapped within the building. As the national security team scrambles to respond, they are forced to rely on Banning’s inside knowledge to help retake the White House, save the President and avert an even bigger disaster.

A perfect example of movies I hate. Not to mention the clichés, there’s way too much heroism and everything is just forced.
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