Walden
Réalisé par Mick Davis
Walden Dean is a stenographer, whose mind witnessed all types of injustices in the courtroom. After discovering he has a terminal illness, repressed anger deep within him surfaces -- taking justice into his own hands in the most gruesome ways imaginable.
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- jackmeat14 février 2025My quick rating - 5.7/10. This flick centers around Walden Dean (Emile Hirsch), a stenographer who has witnessed countless injustices in the courtroom. When he discovers he has a terminal illness, the repressed anger and frustration he’s held onto for years surface, leading him down a dark path of vigilante justice. As he takes matters into his own hands, the film delves into how far someone will go when they've finally had enough. Hirsch delivers an impressive performance for a straight-to-video thriller, convincingly portraying a man who has been pushed to his breaking point. His transformation from a quiet observer to a cold-blooded vigilante is compelling, even if the shift in his character feels a bit too smooth. Instead of a gradual descent into madness, Walden settles into his new role with an ease that strains believability. This makes his transition from a man with a conscience to a calculating killer seem less like a reaction to years of pent-up anger and more like a psychopath finally letting loose. The movie does an admirable job of making you question your own limits—how much would you endure before you decide to act? Walden's journey is relatable to a point, but the film stumbles in its execution. The pacing is uneven, with the story dragging in the middle before rushing through the conclusion. At 102 minutes, the plot feels poorly distributed, with some parts overstaying their welcome and others feeling underdeveloped. Despite its flaws, it manages to offer a decent ride for fans of the vigilante genre. The performances, particularly from Hirsch, elevate the material, and the film does provoke thought about the lengths to which someone might go when pushed too far. While it may not be a must-see, it’s certainly worth a watch if you’re in the mood for a quick dose of vengeance with solid performances.
- Spanktacular24 novembre 2025A unique dark sleeper! It has a low-budget feel that I lack the vocabulary to describe. Is it the audio that's lacking? The colour is bleak and perfect, but it just feels like a little polish and risk on the director's part would have made this excellent.
Walden Trivia
Walden was released on 12 décembre 2023.
Walden was directed by Mick Davis.
Walden has a runtime of 1h 42min.
Walden was produced by Sara Sometti Michaels, Seth Michaels.
Walden Dean is a stenographer, whose mind witnessed all types of injustices in the courtroom. After discovering he has a terminal illness, repressed anger deep within him surfaces -- taking justice into his own hands in the most gruesome ways imaginable.
The key characters in Walden are Walden Dean (Emile Hirsch), Detective Bill Kane (Shane West), Emily Duperon (Kelli Garner).
Walden is rated Not Rated.
Walden is a Thriller, Horreur film.
Walden has an audience rating of 6.3 out of 10.