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A History of Violence (2005) 7.5
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Metascore: 81/100
Reviews: 1,091 user | 426 critic | 37 from Metacritic.com A mild-mannered man becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions that will shake his family to its very core. Director:David Cronenberg |
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This is the story of a mild-mannered man, named Tom Stall, who becomes a local hero through an act of violence, he lives a happy and quiet life with his lawyer wife and their two children in the small town of Millbrook, Indiana. But one night their idyllic existence is shattered when Tom foils a vicious attempted robbery in his diner. Sensing danger, he takes action and saves his customers and friends in the self-defense killings of two-sought-after criminals. Heralded as a hero, Tom's life is changed overnight, attracting a national media circus, which forces him into the spotlight. Uncomfortable with his newfound celebrity, Tom tries to return to the normalcy of his ordinary life only to be confronted by a mysterious and threatening man who arrives in town believing Tom is the man who wronged him in the past. As Tom and his family fight back against this case of mistaken identity and struggle to cope with their changed reality, they are forced to confront their relationships and the... Written by Anthony Pereyra {hypersonic91@yahoo.com}
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Rated R for strong brutal violence, graphic sexuality, nudity, language and some drug use | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
30 September 2005 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Budget:
$32,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$34,911 (Chile) (17 March 2006)Gross:
$89,838 (Chile) (31 March 2006)Company Credits
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William Orser: So we keep headin' east?
Leland Jones: Yeah, that's the idea.
William Orser: Stay out of the big cities?
Leland Jones: Uh-huh.
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Written by Michael Foster and Darrell 'Digga' Branch
Performed by Blinky Blink
Courtesy of Spirit Music Group
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The names of "William Orser" and "LeLand Jones" are a play on the name of the character actor Leland Orser. See more »Goofs
There is a Canadian speed limit sign visible when the main character is driving to Philadelphia. See more »Quotes
[first lines]William Orser: So we keep headin' east?
Leland Jones: Yeah, that's the idea.
William Orser: Stay out of the big cities?
Leland Jones: Uh-huh.
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"Club Hoppin'"Written by Michael Foster and Darrell 'Digga' Branch
Performed by Blinky Blink
Courtesy of Spirit Music Group
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Disguised as a stream-lined thriller, A History of Violence pulls you into the seedy inner workings of a man trying to escape his past, in quite an intelligent effort. Viggo Mortensen portrays Tom Stall, a man who seems quite content in his Midwestern farm life. He runs Stall's diner, and cares for his two children. All the while performing the duties of a loyal husband. His seemingly serene existence is shattered when two vile criminals attempt to rob his place of business. He kills them both in expert fashion. Tom is branded a hero, and his story lands him fifteen minutes of fame. Before the press attention blows over Stall is visited by a mysterious stranger(Ed Harris)who insists Tom is intimately linked to him and to his past in Philadelphia. Ed Harris's character Carl Fogarty appears to be collecting on an old vendetta from Tom's past life. Is it a case of mistaken identity? or is Stall harboring a dark secret? Cronenberg's handling of the subject is astonishing. If this screenplay were put into the hands of a director for hire who knows how it would have turned out. Fortunately for us it didn't. He brings us both his unique vision as an artist, and a collaborative effort from a great cast that includes Maria Bello, and William Hurt in a Oscar nominated performance. I can't be as articulate as others in praise of this film. A satisfactory description kind of alludes me. It did generate a great emotional response from me, and I can say If you enjoy films that pull no punches, check this one out.