Faster
Plot
Faster is an action-packed thriller that follows the story of Driver (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson), a former convict who has just been released from prison after serving 10 years for a crime he didn't commit. Upon his release, Driver learns that one of the people responsible for putting him behind bars is still at large, and he sets out on a quest for revenge. As Driver navigates the dark alleys and streets of Los Angeles, he becomes embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse with a ruthless gangster named Haven (Billy Bob Thornton) who has been evading capture for years. Along the way, Driver encounters a mysterious woman named Lola (Olga Kurylenko) who helps him stay one step ahead of his pursuers. As the stakes rise and the body count increases, Driver's single-minded pursuit of justice becomes an all-consuming force that threatens to destroy everything in its path. Meanwhile, Detective Cassom (Tom Berenger) is hot on Driver's trail, determined to bring him in for a crime he didn't commit. Faster is a high-octane thrill ride that combines bone-crunching action sequences with a gripping narrative that explores themes of redemption and vengeance. Johnson's charisma and physical presence bring a sense of gravity and authenticity to the role, making Driver a compelling protagonist despite his questionable moral compass. With its breakneck pacing and explosive set pieces, Faster is an adrenaline-fueled ride that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Reviews
Bridget
Time for revenge. It's brutal, it's relentless, and it's all about settling scores, one bullet at a time.
Charles
The beginning flows really well, but the ending is a bit of a stretch. The hitman, though cool, feels like he's just there to fill a role, and there's not much suspense. After seeing a certain idiot's 2-star review, I'm upgrading my rating from three stars to four.
Jace
Gunplay but no brawls, car chases but no fights, what kind of action star are you?
Lilah
A muscle-bound man who can't be killed even with a headshot spends 100 minutes/3 days taking out his targets one by one. A handsome assassin gets taken down just by being told "You got issues." -_-
Luca
Either go all-out with a clean and efficient revenge flick, or dig deep and preach some weighty philosophy. This movie tries to do both, but excels at neither. The revenge isn't satisfying, the moralizing is annoying, and it inevitably ends up being mediocre. Two and a half stars.
Cora
The pursuit of vengeance in 'Faster' reveals the thin line between freedom and obsession, as Driver's quest for justice blurs with his personal hell.