The Punisher

Great action movie and good side characters. I liked the call backs they did from earlier in the film. Beginning was pretty depressing though. You should watch this if you liked the Netflix show

This is a MARVEL movie— Imagine this releasing in 2025. 20 years later, this aged like fine wine. I’m tired of cop-outs in Media where “killing your enemies is bad”. Yeah, that’s the point. The Punisher is the textbook definition of Edgy and morally questionable; Perfect casting.

I snuck into a theater playing this my sophomore year of high school. I’ve always had nostalgia for this movie. It’s a good take on the character and Thomas Jane was always a quality choice for Frank Castle. That apartment fight scene is still dope almost 20 years later.

REVIEW: THE PUNISHER (2004) - A FLAWED BUT ENTERTAINING TAKE ON THE MARVEL ANTIHERO

Rating: 5.4/10

Directed by Jonathan Hensleigh, The Punisher brings Marvel's iconic antihero to life in a gritty, action-packed film. Thomas Jane stars as Frank Castle, a former Marine turned FBI agent who seeks vengeance against the crime boss who destroyed his family.

The film's strongest aspect is its cast. Thomas Jane brings a certain rugged charm to the role of Frank Castle, and John Travolta is convincingly slimy as the villainous Howard Saint. The supporting cast, including Will Patton and Rebecca Romijn, deliver solid performances that add depth to the story.

The action sequences are intense and well-choreographed, with a focus on practical effects that adds to the overall sense of realism. The film's dark and gritty tone is also well-suited to the character and the world he inhabits.

However, the film is not without its flaws. The pacing is a bit uneven, and the plot twists are somewhat predictable. The film's themes of revenge and redemption are also not fully explored, which feels like a missed opportunity.

Overall, The Punisher is a flawed but entertaining take on the Marvel antihero. While it's not a perfect film, it's a fun, action-packed ride that's sure to appeal to fans of the character and the genre.

Sehr überrascht, dass der Film für 2004 noch relativ alt aussieht und wirkt. Der Punisher ist ein sehr cooler Charakter (kenne die Comics nicht), gibt mir aber sehr starke Rambo-Vibes, nur in einer etwas billigen Kopie. Gute Story und starkes Finale.

3/5⭐️ (Netflix)

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