This movie both repulsed and intrigued me in the same way as 'Eden Lake'. The man seeking revenge was really interesting to watch but his choice of victims made him less sympathetic. It had a touch of the 'Silence of the Lambs' Hannibal Lecter' where a seemingly powerless person uses his overpowering intellect to manipulate events. This was the best part.
Many commented on not liking the ending and their observations were valid, especially on how it was contrived. But it was fitting because the DA finally got one big win over the evil genius. It restored some balance to the movie.
I didn't root for the protagonist because I didn't like his choice of victims (except for one) but a movie like this must have victims; so be it. I loved the revenge against Darby, the actual thug who assaulted his family, it was very macabre and fitting as Darby was the most loathsome character in this movie. The events were well within my 'suspension of disbelief zone' where I didn't mind the liberties they took to get things done even if it was unrealistic.
Regarding his choice of victims, how about the clowns on the forensic team who botched the DNA evidence? I'm not going to blame the defense attorney because it is his job to be an advocate for his client.
Many commented on not liking the ending and their observations were valid, especially on how it was contrived. But it was fitting because the DA finally got one big win over the evil genius. It restored some balance to the movie.
I didn't root for the protagonist because I didn't like his choice of victims (except for one) but a movie like this must have victims; so be it. I loved the revenge against Darby, the actual thug who assaulted his family, it was very macabre and fitting as Darby was the most loathsome character in this movie. The events were well within my 'suspension of disbelief zone' where I didn't mind the liberties they took to get things done even if it was unrealistic.
Regarding his choice of victims, how about the clowns on the forensic team who botched the DNA evidence? I'm not going to blame the defense attorney because it is his job to be an advocate for his client.