Ransom

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Zom L Ron Howard’s Ransom is an edge-of-your-seat thriller that never lets up, delivering both nail-biting suspense and powerful emotional weight. This is not just a crime story—it’s a tense, human drama about desperation, fear, and the lengths a parent will go to for their child. Mel Gibson gives one of his strongest performances as Tom Mullen, a wealthy father whose life unravels when his young son is kidnapped. Gibson masterfully conveys a wide emotional range: from controlled composure to explosive rage, from guilt-ridden self-reflection to unwavering determination. His emotional authenticity makes the audience feel every ounce of the father’s agony and desperation. Gary Sinise is equally exceptional, portraying the cold, calculated antagonist with chilling intensity. His performance elevates the story, making the stakes even higher and every confrontation more gripping. The cat-and-mouse dynamic between Gibson and Sinise is electrifying, and their scenes together carry an unpredictable danger that keeps viewers hooked. Director Ron Howard demonstrates absolute control of the film’s pacing and tone. He carefully balances the quieter, emotionally raw moments with bursts of heart-stopping suspense. The kidnapping plot could have easily fallen into cliché, but Howard’s direction ensures it remains grounded, believable, and terrifyingly real. The film’s tension builds relentlessly, and the climactic final act is both thrilling and cathartic—an ending that is as satisfying as it is pulse-pounding. The supporting cast (including Rene Russo, Delroy Lindo, Lili Taylor, Donnie Wahlberg, and Liev Schreiber) further enriches the film, but it’s Gibson, Sinise, and Howard’s vision that make Ransom stand out as one of the best thrillers of the ’90s. Overall, Ransom is an excellent film—intense, emotionally powerful, and brilliantly directed. It captures the raw fear of a parent in crisis while delivering a suspenseful thriller that never loses its grip. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/16/25 Full Review Landon J Run of the mill stuff. Very goofy in some parts. Mel does the highly emotional stuff here pretty well. Not exactly thrilling to be honest. I did like the ending though which is rare for this kind of subject matter. Toss of the coin probably if you'll find this watchable. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 08/24/25 Full Review Ian R This film hasn't aged particularly well. The plot holes are too large to be filled by Gibson's performance. It's also overly long at about 2 hours running time. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 07/29/25 Full Review Jerod S You can't really go wrong with Howard and Gibson...the tension and suspense is built well. Kidnapping and a $2 mil ransom. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 06/10/25 Full Review thiago s Filme bacana, o roteiro é bacaninha, as cenas são bacaninhas, a história é bacaninha, o elenco é bacaninha, e alguns ajudam a melhorar o filme, os personagens são bacaninhas, mas o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 04/12/25 Full Review Tim M Uncompromisingly dark but equal parts thrilling, Ransom continuously subverts viewer expectations en route to a memorable experience. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/09/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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