Retribution is a thriller similar to the hit movie Speed only this time it's a bomb under a pressure plate in Liam Neeson's car.
Directed by Nimród Antal, the film could have used some reshoots in the beginning as the characters are introduced in an awkward and unrealistic way. Almost like they were saying 'Yeah kids are like this right?' The movie gets better as it goes on but that's more of a credit to the writers over the director. Antel you might remember directed 2010's Predators.
Liam Neeson tries to shout but any Dad would know that volume isn't a Dad shout. It lacks enthusiasm or frustration and it feels like he's just reading the dialogue. I think this will be a stain on his legacy, but I imagine he got a decent paycheck.
Lilly Aspell plays the daughter and she actually does a decent job. Perhaps you'll recognize her from Wonder Woman as young Diana. Also Jack Champion is in the film as the angsty older teen who doesn't listen to his father or show any love whatsoever. You might remember him from Avatar as Spider the human who runs with the Navi.
The film was pretty bad, but it has some saving grace. D+
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