The classic Charles Bronson-starring vigilante thriller Death Wish was a huge commercial hit in 1974, but it also generated its fair share of controversy. Bronson plays Paul Kersey, a mild-mannered architect who decides to take the law into his own hands when his wife is killed and his daughter is assaulted during a home invasion by a sad*stic street gang. Death Wish was a big enough success to launch a franchise with four sequels and a remake, and the role of Paul defined Bronsons on-screen persona as a vengeful father.
]]>With so many franchises, fandoms, and genres, it's no surprise there are film franchises with movies many people have probably forgotten about or didn't even know existed. There are ones that most people can say they've at least heard of, like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with 32 films and counting, or the Harry Potter franchise, with 11 movies currently. But global recognition doesn't equate to every movie in a franchise being common knowledge.
Here's are the Charles Bronson Death Wish movies ranked from worst to best. Charles Bronson's unique look and stoic demeanor saw him make an impression in supporting roles in movies likeThe Magnificent Seven or The Great Escape. For much of his career, Bronson was a bigger star in Europe than the U.S., especially thanks to his iconic turn in Sergio Leone's Once Upon A Time In The West -one of Tarantino's favorite westerns. Bronson also collaborated frequently with director Michael Winner, who later cast him in 1974 thriller Death Wish.
]]>Bruce Willis' name has become synonymous with high-octane films over the last four decades, but which of his action movies rank worst and best? The American-born Willis has been nothing short of prolific across a wildly successful 38-year career, boasting over 70 feature films to his name. Yet, despite being best known for his thrilling action turns, Willis has also dabbled in music and theatre, while also being the co-founder of the themed restaurant chain Planet Hollywood alongside fellow action stalwartsArnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone.
]]>From Paul Kersey to Batman, vigilantism is a terrific vehicle for creating a compelling antihero. Since the justice system often fails to do its job in the real world, moviegoers enjoy watching the on-screen fantasy of somebody taking the law into their own hands and bringing people who have wronged them to justice.
]]>Films are brought to life by the cast that is chosen to represent the characters and give essence to a story.The trilogy that includes Unbreakable, Split, and Glass, is one of M. Night Shyamalan's famous projects that he himself wrote, produced, and directed. All three films have been praised for their unique and dark portrayals of comic heroes and their ability to bring social injustice to the forefront.
]]>Vigilantism is a controversial subject. When someone takes the law into their own hands to bring the bad to justice, it isn't always the right thing to do. Cinema has long latched onto the themes of the vigilante, reaping big box office rewardswith stars such as Charles Bronson, Jan-Michael Vincent, and Kevin Baconreceiving good reviews for their participation in such films. Shows such as HBO's Watchmen and Netflix's The Punisher have also seen success with their vigilante-themed TV shows.
]]>After the New Hollywood movement began in the late 1960s, it was kicked into full swing throughout the 1970s. As Hollywoods cinematic output in general was getting darker and more cynical, action movies got grittier and more violent. The Watergate scandal and the Vietnam War turned the national conversation toward questioning authority.
]]>While its often said that revenge is sweet, sometimes it can taste more than a little bit sour. Take revenge movies for instance for every Django Unchained or Oldboy, theres a Peppermint or well, Oldboy (2013).
]]>Eli Roth has grown into one of the most interesting directors currently working in the horror genre, but his filmography is all over the map in terms of whats worth the time.
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