In this selection, we have compiled a list of the best revenge thrillers for relatives and friends, women and men. Any revenge formula is in our rating, the films have already been released and are available for viewing online in good quality.
10. The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
After a woman dies forty years ago, a wealthy industrialist hires a reporter to investigate the death of his niece. He soon joins private investigator Lisbeth Salander, who also solves these mysteries. Looking for answers in"The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" everything takes an unexpected turn.
Based on the book series, this crime thriller stars Daniel Craig and Rooney Mara in their breakout role."The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" washeat received by both the public and critics. The film was included in the National Board of Review's Best Films of 2011 list and received several award nominations, including the Academy Award for Best Actress for Mara.
9. Suffragette (2015)
This historical drama takes place in the early 1910s, when women did not have the right to vote in Britain. The suffragette movement began when several women activists tried to win the right to vote. Fighting for their rights, these female characters challenge traditional roles in family life.
For Carey Mulligan, this is not the first attempt to make films that empower women. She starred in Suffragette" with the incredible female cast of Helena Bonham Carter and Meryl Streep.
8. Raven (1994)
Unfortunately, on the night before the wedding, the musician and his bride were killed. A year later, on the anniversary of their death, the groom is reborn, becomes a Crow, and seeks revenge on the gang that killed his bride. However, will he be able to get revenge?
The film is based on a comic book series also called "Crow" . While critics admired the film for its story, emotional tone, and filmmaking style, it is also infamous for the tragic death of Brandon Lee, who accidentally died on set from a gunshot wound. However, the production team managed to complete the film in time for release, making it a tribute to Lee. In addition, Lee was praised for his performance and was considered his best character to date. Moreover, the film has become a cult classic.
7. Once Upon a Time in the West (1968)
In this spaghetti western, a married woman faces tragedy when her husband is found dead. With all this land, the widower's life is in danger as the killer attempts to complete his case, but a strange man, Harmonica, protects her life at all costs. Now all lives are connected with the henchman Frank in a masterpiece of revenge history.
Once Upon a Time in the West - one of the best classic western films, famous for its complex plot and beautiful music. This Spaghetti Western has also gained a cult following and has become an inspiration for several contemporary filmmakers.
6. Kill Bill (2003)
When the Bride awakens from her coma, she seeks revenge on Bill and the Death Serpents who tried to kill her on her wedding day and made her lose her unborn child. She spares no one on her list, preparing the most untold retribution for those who offended her.
Kill Bill Quentin Tarantino is regarded as one of his finest works. Critics admired the film for its unique style of revenge story with spaghetti western elements, grindhouse elements and martial arts. Uma Thurman was nominated for a Golden Globe Bridal Award, one of her best performances to date. There is also a continuation Kill Bill Vol. 2 .
5. North Country (2005)
"Northern Country" is a drama about a single mother who works in an iron mine and faces issues of sexual harassment from her male colleagues. When it comes down to the last drop, she files a sexual harassment lawsuit. However, problems arise when people oppose her, including her family and friends.
The film stars Charlize Theron, Frances McDormand, Jeremy Renner and Woody Harrelson. While the film may not be perfect, this drama still embraces a powerful and wonderful story that carries the message of social justice. Both Theron and McDormand were nominated at the 78th Academy Awards for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, respectively.
4. Oldboy (2003)
Dae-Soo is unexpectedly released from prison after 15 years. During his 15-year sentence, he had no contact with the outside world and only had a television set. Now that he is free in this world again, he is looking for his captors, who have become the cause of his many years of isolation.
South Korean cinema continues to be one of the finest works of international art.old boy takes an unusual approach to the tale of revenge, but it stuns the audience with its plot twists and incredible action sequences. This is one of the best South Korean films. An American adaptation was made with Josh Brolin but failed to remake the original.
3. Straw Dogs (1971)
Married couple David and Amy move to the rural town where Amy used to live. However, David is an outsider in this small town and meets an old fiancee, Amy. After his wife is raped by several locals, David changes as a person, unleashing a violent personality that no one has ever seen before.
Like a 1970s thriller starring Dustin Hoffman and Susan George,Straw dogs» develop a controversy about cruelty. However, the film was well received, with many critics hailing it as a powerful film. A 2011 remake was released featuring James Marsden and Kate Bosworth, but is not as impressive as the original.
2. Count of Monte Cristo (2002)
Based on the 1844 novel by Alexandre Dumas,Count of Monte Cristo focuses on an innocent man, Edmond Dantès, who was wrongly imprisoned by his best friend Fernand. With all the deceit and jealousy, Dantès plans to take revenge on Fernard and get his love back.
Although the film is old fashioned, the adventure film is still fun for viewers as it reveals shocking secrets while focusing on a complicated love story. The film stars Jim Caviezel, Guy Pearce, Richard Harris and Henry Cavill.
1. Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
In a post-apocalyptic dystopian society, Max Rockatansky is captured by Immortal Joe's dictatorship. Although it is seen as a job collecting gasoline and ammo, Joe realizes that his pregnant wives are missing and pursues the warrior Furiosa in a breakout car chase sequence. An alliance is formed between Furiosa and Max in which they help the five wives escape Joe.
« Mad Max: Fury Road Starring Charlize Theron and Tom Hardy, this is a wonderful and amazing film that is worth watching for its breathtaking action sequences, impeccable visuals and beautiful cinematography. Despite all this frenzy and explosions, it leaves viewers with goosebumps and delivers a remarkable representation of female empowerment. The film became one of the best action films of all time and was nominated for ten Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The film won six Oscars and a prequel focusing on Furiosa is in development.
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