I have a new respect for Liam Neeson. While he isn't necessarily type-cast, he damn sure isn't the kind of person you'd expect as a former special operative for the government who goes on a rampage when his daughter is kidnapped. He is merciless, and surprised me many times throughout the film, because in general he's usually a much more... well, dull (not him himself, just his characters) personality. And I guess the actual personality in this movie wasn't the most off-putting, but hell, ... (show more)

I have a new respect for Liam Neeson. While he isn't necessarily type-cast, he damn sure isn't the kind of person you'd expect as a former special operative for the government who goes on a rampage when his daughter is kidnapped. He is merciless, and surprised me many times throughout the film, because in general he's usually a much more... well, dull (not him himself, just his characters) personality. And I guess the actual personality in this movie wasn't the most off-putting, but hell, some of the things he does. This movie definitely entertains, and while most of it is entirely implausible, it sometimes becomes easily to overlook that because you want him to get her back so badly. Woe betide anyone else who chooses to kidnap this guys daughter. Yeesh. (show less)

It's predictable, and your run-of-the-mill ill-fated love story about two lovers from different classes and social situations, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy it. I thought the actors all did a fabulous job; James Franco was especially impressive as Tristan. I've seen him in only three movies total, but all three of those movies have proved that he is incredibly versatile. The only other movie I've seen Rufus Sewell is The Holiday, so it was refreshing to see him not playing a comple... (show more)

It's predictable, and your run-of-the-mill ill-fated love story about two lovers from different classes and social situations, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy it. I thought the actors all did a fabulous job; James Franco was especially impressive as Tristan. I've seen him in only three movies total, but all three of those movies have proved that he is incredibly versatile. The only other movie I've seen Rufus Sewell is The Holiday, so it was refreshing to see him not playing a complete jerk. All in all I really did enjoy it. At the very least, the music is worth appreciating, the imagery is beautiful, and the costumes are very impressive. I think it has a little something for everyone. I'm a huge fan of period pieces anyway, and even though the theme of this movie rings true with so many of its genre, it kept me interested the entire time. (show less)